Accountant

AJ Chambers ®; Bedford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly team

Career progression

Close to train station

Job summary

AJ Chambers in Bedford is seeking a motivated and experienced Accountant to join our friendly, professional accountancy practice near the train station. You will prepare year-end accounts, management accounts and VAT returns for a varied portfolio, provide sound tax support, and build strong client relationships.

This is a great opportunity to develop your career within practice. AAT qualification or studying ACCA/ACA is advantageous; excellent communication and organisational skills are

Qualifications

• Experience in accountancy practice preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and tax compliance.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• AAT qualified or studying ACCA/ACA advantageous.
• Proactive approach with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Preparing year-end accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships.
• Preparing management accounts and financial reports.
• Completing VAT returns and assisting with tax compliance.
• Liaising with clients and building strong working relationships.
• Supporting clients with day-to-day accounting queries.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

AAT qualification or ACCA/ACA in progress

Job description

Our client is looking for a motivated and experienced Accountant to join our team at a friendly and professional accountancy practice based in Bedford, conveniently located close to the train station.

• Accountant
• Accountancy Practice
• Bedford | Close to the Train Station

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within practice, working with a varied portfolio of clients and providing a range of accounting and tax services.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing year-end accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships.
• Preparing management accounts and financial reports.
• Completing VAT returns and assisting with tax compliance.
• Liaising with clients and building strong working relationships.
• Supporting clients with day-to-day accounting queries.

About You

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
• Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and tax compliance.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA/ACA would be advantageous.
• A proactive approach with strong attention to detail.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• A friendly and supportive team environment.
• Convenient office location close to Bedford train station.