Accounts Semi Senior

Clark Wood Limited; Penrith; Hybrid; AUD 57,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/flexible working

Study support towards ACA/ACCA

Career progression

Job summary

Clark Wood is seeking an Accountant to join an established independent firm of Chartered Accountants in Penrith, Cumbria. You will handle year-end accounts, personal and corporate tax tasks, and bookkeeping for a varied SME client base.

The role offers £30,000-£40,000 salary, full study support towards ACA/ACCA, and hybrid/flexible working. You will develop with a supportive team and gain experience across accounts, tax, VAT, and client advisory services.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• AAT qualified, studying ACA/ACCA, or qualified by experience.
• Experience in accounts preparation and tax compliance.
• Good bookkeeping and accounting knowledge.
• Good communication skills and a client-focused approach.
• Keen to develop your career within practice.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and companies.
• Prepare and assist with personal tax returns.
• Support with corporation tax and tax compliance.
• Handle bookkeeping and VAT work.
• Respond to client queries and provide accounting support.
• Maintain accurate working papers and records.
• Use accounting software to complete client assignments.
• Work to deadlines and manage your own workload.

Skills

UK accountancy practice

Communication

Client-facing

Attention to detail

Education

AAT qualified

ACA/ACCA in progress

Qualified by experience

Job description

• Location

  Penrith

• Sector:

  Audit and Business Services ,Accounts

• Contract Type:

  Permanent

• Salary:

  £25000 - £35000 per annum

• Contact:

  Will Langdon

• Contact email:

  [e-mail]

• Contact phone:

  [phone]

• Published:

  2 days ago

• Expiry date:

  2026-10-22

• Startdate:

  2026-09-09

• Consultant:

  Will Langdon

Accountant – Penrith, Cumbria£30,000 - £40,000 + Study Support + Benefits
Clark Wood are recruiting for an Accountant to join an established independent firm of Chartered Accountants in Penrith, Cumbria.
This role would suit an Accounts Assistant, Accounts Semi Senior, Semi Senior Accountant or AAT qualified Accountant looking to progress their career within accountancy practice.
You’ll work with a varied portfolio of sole traders, partnerships and limited companies, gaining experience across accounts preparation, tax, bookkeeping and general client work.

The Role

• Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Preparing and assisting with personal tax returns
• Supporting with corporation tax and tax compliance
• Bookkeeping and VAT work
• Dealing with client queries and providing accounting support
• Maintaining accurate working papers and records
• Using accounting software to complete client assignments
• Working to deadlines and managing your own workload

About You

• Previous experience within a UK accountancy practice
• AAT qualified, studying towards ACA/ACCA, or qualified by experience
• Experience in accounts preparation and tax compliance
• Good bookkeeping and accounting knowledge
• Good communication skills and a client-focused approach
• Keen to develop your career within practice

What's on Offer

• £30,000 - £40,000 salary, depending on experience
• Full study support towards ACA/ACCA or other professional qualifications
• Hybrid/flexible working
• Varied SME client portfolio
• Supportive team and working environment
• Genuine career progression
• Broad experience across accounts, tax, VAT and bookkeeping

This is a good opportunity for an Accountant, Accounts Semi Senior, Accounts Assistant or AAT qualified Accountant looking for their next move with an independent accountancy practice in Penrith.
The role is commutable from Carlisle and surrounding areas of Cumbria.
For more information, please contact Will Langdon at Clark Wood:
[e-mail]
07920 557121
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