At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a diverse client portfolio and mentor junior staff in a friendly accountancy practice.
- Company: Join a well-established accountancy firm with a supportive team of 15.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 28 days leave, study support, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth and professional development.
- Why this job: Step into a varied role that combines client management and technical work.
- Qualifications: Experience in accountancy practice and knowledge of tax and payroll required.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 £ per year.
This is an opportunity to join a well-established and friendly accountancy practice of approximately 15 staff, providing tailored services to a wide range of small business clients. The role is ideal for an experienced practice accountant looking to step into a varied position, combining client management, technical work, and mentoring responsibilities. Sitting between the senior leadership team and junior staff, you will play a key role in reviewing work, managing client relationships, and supporting the development of trainees.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a portfolio of approximately 40 clients across a range of industries.
- Preparing and reviewing year-end accounts, corporation tax returns, personal tax returns, VAT returns, CIS submissions, and payroll.
- Reviewing work completed by junior staff and AAT trainees, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Acting as a key point of contact for clients, dealing with day-to-day queries and providing ongoing support.
- Assisting with the training and development of junior team members.
- Supporting clients with Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements and accounting software implementation.
Requirements
- Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
- Strong knowledge of year-end accounts, VAT, CIS, payroll, corporation tax, and personal tax.
- Experience managing client relationships and reviewing work is advantageous.
Qualifications
- ACA, ACCA, or AAT part-qualified, fully qualified, or qualified by experience (QBE).
- Study support is available for candidates continuing professional qualifications.
Personal Attributes
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently while supporting and mentoring junior colleagues.
- Client-focused approach with the ability to build strong relationships with owner-managed businesses and SMEs.
Working Pattern & Flexibility
- Standard hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm with a one-hour lunch break.
- Core hours: 10:30am - 2:30pm.
- Flexitime scheme allowing employees to accrue up to five additional flexi-days each year.
- Primarily office-based to encourage collaboration and support junior staff, with flexible and hybrid working arrangements available depending on workload and individual circumstances.
- Hybrid working can be considered from the outset for candidates with longer commutes.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary dependent on experience.
- 28 days annual leave including bank holidays, with the opportunity to earn additional leave through the flexitime scheme.
- Workplace pension scheme.
- Full financial and practical support for professional qualifications, including ACA, ACCA, and CTA.
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