Practice Accountant – Leicester – Salary up to £55,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits
A fantastic opportunity for an innovative and commercially focused Practice Accountant to join a forward-thinking accountancy and advisory firm based in Leicester. This newly created role is perfect for someone with a passion for digital transformation, client service, and outsourced finance solutions. Offering a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, this is a unique chance to lead a growing team and play a key role in shaping the firm’s management accounts and outsourcing offering. The business supports a wide range of SME clients across multiple sectors, with a focus on efficiency, technology, and long-term relationships.
Duties & Responsibilities
You’ll take the lead in developing and managing outsourced finance services, including:
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Delivering high-quality management accounts and performance insights for SME clients
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Leading a team responsible for bookkeeping, VAT, payroll, and forecasting services
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Enhancing workflows through digital tools, cloud platforms, and AI solutions
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Acting as the main client contact, ensuring service excellence and commercial value
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Driving process improvements and supporting client onboarding and digital adoption
What Experience is Required
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Strong experience in management accounting and client portfolio management
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Proven leadership skills, ideally within an accountancy practice or outsourcing environment
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Proficiency with Xero and familiarity with tools such as Dext, Fathom, or similar
- Background in process improvement or digital transformation projects
Salary & Benefits
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£45,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience)
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34 days’ holiday including bank holidays (plus option to purchase more)
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Private health insurance, Healthshield, and death in service benefit
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Free on-site parking and a modern open-plan office
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Flexible working options (4 or 5 days per week)
Location
Based in Leicester, with easy commutes from: Loughborough, Hinckley, Melton Mowbray, Market Harborough, Lutterworth, and Coalville.
How to Apply
Please send your CV to Giselle Whitton at CV Screen in strict confidence for immediate consideration.
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