Job Description

Accounts Senior

Department: Outsourced Business Services

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Cardiff Office

Reporting To: Adam Gardner

Menzies is an equal opportunities employer which means that we recruit, employ, train, pay, and promote regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. We are building a first-class team and, to do so, we know that we need a diverse mix of talented people doing their best work.If you’re ready to make an impact, lead with purpose, and work in a place where your voice truly matters, keep reading! Exciting opportunity to join our accounts team as a Senior in our Cardiff office!

In this role you will work as part of the accounts team ensuring that work is performed to a high standard, ultimately resulting in the ability to offer an excellent and advisory led service to our clients. You will be responsible for ensuring more challenging accounts are prepared under UK GAAP for review by accounts managers and working with a variety of clients, preparing management accounts and taking responsibility for the oversight of all bookkeeping activities.
Why Menzies?At Menzies, our culture is our cornerstone We blend technical excellence with genuine care for our people and clients. With 700 colleagues in the UK, we’ve built a culture based on shared values and mutual respect. Here’s why you’ll love working with us:

🌟 People First Our work-life balance isn’t just talk. From agile working to generous leave, we create space for what matters to you and this is why we were recognised as one of the Best Places to Work 2024 and 2025

🌟 Work with Inspiring Clients You’ll be working with a range of clients so no two days will be the same.

🌟 Collaborate Across The Firm Working with various people across the firm to raise the profile of Menzies Academy

🌟 Innovate with Purpose We’re always looking for better ways to work—leveraging tech, simplifying complexities, and delivering value.

🌟 Empathy at Our Core We don’t just serve our clients; we build trusted relationships that stand the test of time.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of accounts, consolidations, reports and other assignments as required
• Work closely with clients and Menzies Managers taking responsibility for the preparation of management accounts and overseeing the client’s accounting activities
• Maintain accounting records and working papers, calculate and apply month end adjustments to management accounts
• Competently complete VAT returns applying technical knowledge
• Perform ad hoc project work as requested– e.g. Converting to cloud software, set up bespoke reporting or manage catch-up exercises for clients
• Build relationships with clients, relationship managers and partners where appropriate
• Supervise and train junior colleagues to ensure high quality standards are met and work completed within the assigned timeframes
• Collaborate with other service teams within Menzies to deliver best service and outcome for the client

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Working towards or qualified in a relevant qualification – ACA,ACCA and with some previous bookkeeping experience
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Strong communication skills with senior staff and clients
• Ability to apply technical accounting knowledge to real life client situations
• Previous experience using accounting software packages, namely Xero, Sage and QuickBooks
• Strong Excel skills are essential · Excellent attention to detail

Job Benefits

At Menzies, we know that success starts with our people. That’s why we offer:
🌍 Career Development From learning opportunities to career coaching, we’ll help you achieve your goals.
🌍 Competitive Benefits Private medical cover, pension matching, and enhanced parental leave, to name a few.
🌍 Flexibility That Works for You Agile working is embedded in our culture.
🌍 Perks That Go Beyond From volunteering days to wellbeing initiatives, we care about your whole self.