AAT-Qualified Part-Time Practice Accountant - Own Your Clients

TPF Recruitment Ltd; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time role (3-4 days)

Salary £28k-£38k FTE

Pension

Private medical insurance

On-site parking

Modern office near Haywards Heath

Team social events

Job summary

TPF Recruitment Ltd in Haywards Heath is assisting a friendly, growing accountancy practice to recruit a Practice Accountant. The role is part-time, 3–4 days per week, offering ownership of a client portfolio with exposure to accounts prep, tax returns, VAT, payroll and management accounts.

You will work closely with clients, helping them understand business performance while ensuring accounting and compliance requirements are met. A supportive environment welcomes a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

• AAT qualification.
• At least two years' experience within an accountancy practice.
• Proficient in Xero; QuickBooks desirable.
• Strong understanding of accounts preparation, tax and general practice compliance.
• Good organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare limited company accounts and personal tax returns.
• Complete VAT returns and CIS submissions.
• Process client payroll.
• Prepare management accounts and keep clients informed about their business performance.
• Manage a portfolio of clients and maintain strong working relationships.
• Work independently, manage deadlines and ensure accuracy.

Skills

AAT qualification

Xero

QuickBooks

Accounts prep

Tax

Communication

Organisation

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

TPF Recruitment Ltd in Haywards Heath is assisting a friendly, growing accountancy practice to recruit a Practice Accountant. The role is part-time, 3–4 days per week, offering ownership of a client portfolio with exposure to accounts prep, tax returns, VAT, payroll and management accounts.

You will work closely with clients, helping them understand business performance while ensuring accounting and compliance requirements are met. A supportive environment welcomes a healthy work-life balance.