At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare financial statements, tax returns, and support clients with queries.
- Company: A growing professional services firm in Barnstaple with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and hands-on experience.
- Other info: Proactive role with strong potential for career growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on diverse client accounts.
- Qualifications: Part-qualified in ACA/ACCA/AAT with experience in accountancy practice.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Our client is a well-established and growing professional services firm, seeking an Accounts Senior to join their Barnstaple office. This is a varied, client-facing role within a general practice environment, offering technical responsibility, exposure to a wide range of clients, and strong opportunities for career development. The position would suit someone proactive who enjoys hands-on accounting work and contributing to a collaborative team.
The Role
You will work closely with managers and partners to deliver high-quality accounting and tax services to a diverse portfolio of clients. This is a hands-on role where you will take ownership of assignments while also supporting junior colleagues and contributing to overall team development.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing year-end financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, charities, and limited companies
- Preparing VAT returns and assisting with associated client queries
- Preparing personal and business tax returns and computations
- Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and provide support
- Supporting managers with the development and mentoring of junior staff
- Managing your own workload and ensuring deadlines are met
- Working across a range of clients within a general practice environment
About You:
- ACA / ACCA / AAT part qualified or currently studying
- Experience working within an accountancy practice
- Strong technical understanding of accounting principles and tax compliance
- Confident using accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or IRIS
- Strong communication skills with a client-focused approach
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Able to manage competing priorities effectively
- Proactive, adaptable, and eager to develop within your career
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Salary: £35000 – £50000/annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Barnstaple, Devon
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