Junior / Semi-Senior Accountant

Our client, an independent accountancy practice, is seeking a Junior or Semi-Senior Accountant to join their friendly team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a growing practice with a good reputation for high-quality personal service and a family friendly feel.

The ideal individual will have strong people skills, an outgoing personality and will work well in a small friendly team environment. Applications are also welcome from candidates who have completed an Accountancy degree and who are looking to progress into practice.

What you can expect:

• £24,000 – £30,000 dependent upon experience and qualifications
• Study support
• 20 days annual holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Statutory pension
• 40 hours per week with a flexible start time of 8am / 9am or 10am
• This is an office-based role, but hybrid working can be considered after completion of the probationary period

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Completion of bookkeeping for a mixed portfolio of Limited company and self-assessment clients
• Drafting corporation tax computations
• Completion of personal tax returns
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple business streams and identify areas of potential business growth
• Liaising with clients

Skills and experience required:

• AAT / ACCA part qualified or QBE
• 2 years’ experience in an accounting position within a practice
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (formulas, VLOOKUP)
• Experience with accounting software – Xero, Free Agent, TaxCalc and Dext
• Good working knowledge of accounting procedures
• Extremely organised and self-motivated, with strong interpersonal skills, able to work in a small team
• Confident, friendly, and outgoing approach