ACCA/ICAEW Accounting Technician — Growth & Client Impact

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accountancy practice in Tunbridge Wells is seeking an experienced Accounting Technician for a stable, long-term role. The ideal candidate is ACCA/ICAEW qualified or finalist with solid practice experience. Responsibilities include bookkeeping, VAT returns, and accounts preparation for various client types. Benefits include a competitive salary of £35,000 - £42,000, a supportive environment, and opportunities for development. This position is office-based within a friendly team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

28 days’ holiday

Parking permit

Supportive working environment

Long-term development opportunities

Qualifications

• ACCA or ICAEW qualified or at finalist level.
• Proven experience within an accountancy practice environment.
• Strong technical knowledge across bookkeeping, VAT and accounts preparation.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Preparation of trial balances.
• Accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Assisting with management accounts and regular management information.
• Liaising directly with clients and responding to queries.
• Supporting audit work through analysis.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT preparation

Client communication

Attention to detail

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Education

ACCA or ICAEW qualified or finalist

Tools

IRIS

Job description

A well-established accountancy practice in Tunbridge Wells is seeking an experienced Accounting Technician for a stable, long-term role. The ideal candidate is ACCA/ICAEW qualified or finalist with solid practice experience. Responsibilities include bookkeeping, VAT returns, and accounts preparation for various client types. Benefits include a competitive salary of £35,000 - £42,000, a supportive environment, and opportunities for development. This position is office-based within a friendly team.