At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage payroll, client records, and bookkeeping in a supportive office environment.
- Company: Growing accountancy firm in Melton Mowbray with a close-knit team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, free parking, on-site café, gym access, and career development.
- Other info: Enjoy a modern office space with garden views and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience and mentorship while serving local businesses and clients.
- Qualifications: Experience in UK accountancy practice and familiarity with payroll and accounting software.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 36000 £ per year.
Semi-Senior Accountant
Package: £28,000 to £36,000 per annum (dependent on experience)Working Hours: Full-time, 100% Office-based
Location: Melton Mowbray An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Semi-Senior Accountant or experienced Practice Assistant to join a growing accountancy firm based in the Melton Mowbray area.
Working directly alongside the firm's Senior Accountant in a close-knit office environment, this role offers hands‑on mentorship and training to help develop your career.
The practice serves a strong local client base-including local businesses and agricultural clients-who regularly visit the office with records and paperwork.
As such, this position requires a dedicated, full‑time office presence to maintain smooth daily operations and deliver excellent client service.
Key Responsibilities
- Payroll Processing: Take ownership of running regular client payrolls.
- Client Record Management: Receive, sort, and process physical paperwork, receipts, and records brought into the office by local clients and farmers.
- General Bookkeeping & Accounts: Assist with day‑to‑day bookkeeping tasks and support the preparation of accounts under supervision.
- Software Utilisation: Utilize cloud‑based accounting platforms and dedicated practice software to maintain accurate client records.
- Client Liaison: Interact directly with walk‑in clients and handle day‑to‑day client queries in a professional manner.
- Candidate Requirements
- Practice Experience: Prior experience working within a UK accountancy practice (ideally under 4 years of experience, but candidates with solid practical exposure are welcome).
- Payroll Capability: Hands‑on experience or familiarity with processing payroll is highly desirable.
- Software Competency: Experience using Xero, Bright Pay, and/or IRIS (or similar accounting software packages).
- Commitment & Drive: A strong work ethic, openness to learning, and comfort using modern tech/IT tools in daily tasks.
- Location & Commute: Must live within a reasonable commuting distance to Melton Mowbray, be comfortable with countryside driving during winter months, and be looking for a full‑time, in‑office role.
Qualifications: AAT study/qualification is welcomed, but not essential—relevant practical experience and attitude are prioritized over formal credentials.
Package & Business Centre Benefits
- Salary: £28,000 - £36,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
- Work Setup: 100% office‑based in a modern, ground‑floor office space featuring garden views.
- Parking: Extensive free on‑site parking located directly outside the building.
- Site Amenities: On‑site café/canteen, fully equipped staff kitchen, business centre reception services, and access to an on‑site gym (with new padel courts opening soon).
- Standard Benefits
- Standard workplace pension scheme and statutory holiday allowance.
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