ACCA/ICAEW Qualified Accounting Technician — Practice Role

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

Job summary

A well-established accountancy practice in Tunbridge Wells is seeking an Accounting Technician (ACCA/ICAEW qualified or finalist). You will manage a portfolio of approximately 100 clients, including owner-managed businesses and partnerships. The role involves bookkeeping, accounts preparation, VAT returns, and client interaction. Ideal candidates will have strong practice experience and technical knowledge. This role offers a competitive salary, a supportive working environment, and opportunities for long-term development.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £35,000 - £42,000

Auto-enrolment pension scheme (NEST)

28 days' holiday including bank holidays

Parking permit for private road parking

Friendly supportive environment

Opportunity for long-term development and progression

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

• Manage bookkeeping for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Prepare trial balances and accounts for different client types.
• Liaise directly with clients and respond to queries.

Skills

Accounting software (IRIS, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)

Client relationship management

Bookkeeping

VAT preparation

Accounts preparation

Attention to detail

Education

ACCA or ICAEW qualification or finalist

Tools

IRIS

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

A well-established accountancy practice in Tunbridge Wells is seeking an Accounting Technician (ACCA/ICAEW qualified or finalist). You will manage a portfolio of approximately 100 clients, including owner-managed businesses and partnerships. The role involves bookkeeping, accounts preparation, VAT returns, and client interaction. Ideal candidates will have strong practice experience and technical knowledge. This role offers a competitive salary, a supportive working environment, and opportunities for long-term development.