Accountant in Wells

Accountant - Practice

Location: Wells (Office-Based)

A well-established and friendly accountancy practice is looking to recruit an experienced Accountant to join their team. This is a client-facing role suited to someone who enjoys working closely with clients and taking ownership of accounts and tax work through to completion.

The firm works with a broad client base, including a number of farming and rural businesses, so some knowledge or experience within the agricultural sector would be beneficial.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing and finalising accounts and tax returns, ensuring work is completed accurately and efficiently while maintaining strong relationships with clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and finalise year-end accounts prepared by junior team members
• Review and complete personal and business tax returns
• Work directly with clients to resolve queries and gather information
• Provide clear advice and guidance to clients both face-to-face and over the phone
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting and tax regulations
• Support and assist junior members of the team where required

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working within an accountancy practice
• Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and tax returns
• Confident reviewing work and completing accounts through to final stage
• Comfortable communicating with clients directly
• Ideally some knowledge or exposure to farming or agricultural clients
• Professional, organised and able to work independently

The Firm

This is a supportive and well-respected practice with a loyal client base. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with clients and develop strong long-term relationships while being part of a friendly and collaborative team.