Accounts Senior – Penrith
Penrith, Cumbria
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Hybrid & flexible working available
We are partnering with a respected professional services and accountancy firm to recruit an Accounts Senior for their Penrith office. This is a client-facing role offering the opportunity to manage a diverse client portfolio, deliver high-quality accounts and tax work, and contribute to advisory projects, while mentoring junior team members.
You will work closely with Partners and senior colleagues, developing client relationships and providing practical financial insight to support business decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Develop strong and lasting client relationships, becoming a trusted advisor and understanding client needs
Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records
Plan and manage tax engagements, review junior colleagues’ work, and provide strategic advice
Oversee the preparation and review of client accounts, supporting client decision-making and contributing to advisory work as required
Supervise and mentor junior colleagues, ensuring quality and fostering growth through knowledge sharing and hands-on support
Manage your workload and deadlines effectively, delivering an exceptional client service
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Full or part-qualified (ACCA, ICAS, or equivalent)
Strong technical grounding across accounts, tax, and audit
Proficient with accounting, tax, and audit systems
Commercially minded with a clear understanding of client business contexts
Organised with the ability to balance multiple tasks and priorities
What’s on Offer
Manage a varied client portfolio and build strong advisory skills
Exposure to accounts, tax, and audit work in a supportive environment
Opportunities to mentor and develop junior team members
Career progression and professional development opportunities
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Location
Penrith, Cumbria
Easily commutable from Carlisle, Kendal, Appleby-in-Westmorland, and surrounding areas
Next Steps
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch Jack Wood on jack@oscar-wood.co.uk or 07817 796391