At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare accounts, manage client portfolios, and support clients with financial advice.
- Company: Progressive chartered accountants with a friendly, flexible culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, free parking, flexi-time, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Join a modern firm and build strong client relationships while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Nearly or newly qualified ACA/ACCA or strong QBE/AAT with practice experience.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
A progressive firm of chartered accountants based on the outskirts of Liverpool is looking to recruit an ACA / ACCA Finalist or Recently qualified Practice Accountant to join their professional and friendly team. The firm offers a flexible, family-friendly, hybrid working environment and is run by experienced, down-to-earth directors with a modern approach. Their culture genuinely stands out in the market: flexible and output-focused, trusted to manage your day (no micromanagement), autonomy and a clear route to portfolio ownership as you settle in.
A Xero gold partner, they represent a broad client base, alongside a few niche and interesting sectors including media, technology, celebrities and property. Reporting to the Directors, the Practice Accountant will build up to taking responsibility for a portfolio of individuals, owner-managed businesses and entrepreneurial clients with turnovers up to the audit threshold. Ideally, within 6-12 months, you will develop into being the first point of contact for the clients, dealing with day-to-day queries alongside ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and to deadline.
Responsibilities include:
- Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies mainly FRS 105, some FRS 102 1A
- Produce corporation tax computations and returns, plus personal tax work for business owners/directors
- Support clients with management accounts, VAT returns and general SME advice
- Review juniors’ work depending on level and help with their development
- Build long-term client relationships and become a trusted point of contact
Benefits:
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm that offers a competitive salary which is negotiable DOE, free parking, flexi-time and hybrid working. You’ll build strong client relationships and, typically within 6–12 months, move towards managing your own portfolio once you’re confident with the client base.
Essential Requirements:
- Nearly / newly qualified ACA or ACCA, or strong QBE / AAT with solid practice experience
- A strong background in accounts preparation and taxation experience, gained from general practice.
- Good IT skills and knowledge of a variety of accounting packages including IRIS, Sage and Xero
- Confident and professional manner
- Applications from both Qualified, finalist and QBE practice accountants will be considered.
General Practice Accountant employer: Vaisto Recruitment Ltd
At Vaisto Recruitment Ltd, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture in the heart of Manchester. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our mentorship programmes and opportunities for professional development, ensuring that our team members thrive while delivering exceptional personal tax advisory services to a diverse client portfolio. With a competitive salary and a focus on nurturing client relationships, we offer a rewarding environment for those passionate about business development.
