Semi Senior Accountant

Semi Senior Accountant

Full-Time 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Public Practice Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Prepare accounts and tax returns while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
  • Company: Established accountancy practice in Coventry with a focus on professional growth.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, study support, and clear progression to Senior Accountant.
  • Other info: Join a supportive team that values development and offers long-term career opportunities.
  • Why this job: Gain hands-on experience and work closely with experienced professionals in a dynamic setting.
  • Qualifications: AAT qualified or studying ACA/ACCA with experience in UK accountancy practice.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

A well-established accountancy practice in Coventry is looking to recruit a Semi Senior Accountant to support the delivery of accounts and tax services across a varied client portfolio. This role is ideal for a practice-trained accountant who already has experience preparing accounts and is now looking to build confidence, technical ability and responsibility. You’ll work closely with Seniors, Managers and Partners, gaining hands-on exposure to a broad range of clients while progressing toward Senior Accountant level. This is a strong opportunity within accountancy jobs in Coventry for candidates seeking structured development and long-term progression within public practice.

Job Overview

  • Location: Coventry, West Midlands (Hybrid working)
  • Type: Full-time, permanent
  • Sector: UK Accountancy Practice / Public Practice
  • Clients: SMEs, owner-managed businesses, limited companies and sole traders
  • Progression: Clear pathway to Senior Accountant

The Role – Semi Senior Accountant

As Semi Senior Accountant, you’ll support the preparation of accounts and tax work while continuing to develop your technical and client-facing skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
  • Assisting with statutory accounts preparation
  • Preparing personal and corporation tax returns
  • Supporting Seniors and Managers with client delivery
  • Liaising with clients to gather information and resolve queries
  • Assisting with bookkeeping and VAT returns where required
  • Ensuring work is completed accurately and to agreed deadlines
  • Developing technical knowledge and confidence within practice

This role provides hands-on experience with the support needed to progress.

Who This Role Suits

This role is ideal for:

  • A Semi Senior Accountant within a UK accountancy practice or
  • A capable Accounts Assistant ready to step up

About You

To succeed in this role, you will:

  • Be AAT qualified or studying ACA / ACCA
  • Have experience working within a UK accountancy practice
  • Be confident preparing accounts for smaller businesses
  • Have exposure to tax compliance work
  • Be organised, reliable and keen to learn
  • Have good communication and time-management skills
  • Be motivated to progress within public practice

The Firm

You’ll join a professional and supportive Coventry-based accountancy practice that values development, consistency and long-term progression. The firm offers a structured environment where Semi Seniors are supported and encouraged to grow. Hybrid working and flexibility are supported.

What’s On Offer?

  • Competitive salary and benefits package (DOE)
  • Hybrid and flexible working
  • Study support and exam progression
  • Structured development toward Senior Accountant
  • Supportive team and approachable leadership
  • Exposure to a varied client base
  • Long-term career opportunity within public practice

If you’re looking for a Semi Senior Accountant job in Coventry offering development, support and progression, this is an excellent opportunity.

Semi Senior Accountant employer: Public Practice Recruitment

Join a well-established accountancy practice in Coventry that prioritises employee development and offers a supportive work culture. With a clear pathway to Senior Accountant, hybrid working options, and a diverse client portfolio, this role provides the perfect environment for growth and progression in your accounting career.

Public Practice Recruitment

Contact Details:

Public Practice Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Semi Senior Accountant

AAT qualified or studying ACA / ACCA
Experience in preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
Tax compliance knowledge
Bookkeeping skills
VAT return preparation
Client communication skills
Time-management skills