Accountant

C I Accountancy Limited; Hexham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

C I Accountancy Limited in Hexham, Northumberland, is seeking a full-time on-site Accountant to manage accounts and tax returns for a mixed client base. You will prepare statutory accounts, compute Income Tax and Corporation Tax, support management accounts, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Experience with cloud accounting and practice management is helpful and training will be provided. You'll work closely with clients at their premises when needed and contribute to a collaborative, small-firm

Qualifications

• Proficiency with accounting and payroll software and solid Excel skills.
• Experience in accounting practice is beneficial.
• Professional qualification progression (AAT/ACCA/ACA) desired.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review statutory accounts and tax computations.
• Manage Accounts and Tax Return preparation for clients.
• Provide management accounts support and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Communicate financial information clearly to clients and answer queries.

Skills

Client communication

Excel skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Professional qualification (AAT/ACCA/ACA)

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Digita Practice Management

Job description

Company Description

C I Accountancy Limited is a firm of accountants and business advisors based in Hexham, Northumberland, offering tailor-made services to a diverse range of clients. The firm combines the technical expertise expected from a large national practice with the accessibility and personal attention of a smaller local office. C I Accountancy focuses on adding tangible value, going beyond standard annual accounts to provide proactive advice and support. Team members work closely with clients, helping them navigate financial decisions and grow their businesses with confidence.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Accountant role based in Hexham, Northumberland. The Accountant will manage Accounts and Tax Return preparation for Limited Companies, Partnerships, Sole Traders and Individuals. A knowledge of Trust Tax Returns would be beneficial. Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing tax returns, supporting clients with management accounts, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and reporting requirements. The role involves regular client communication to explain financial information, answer queries, and provide practical business advice. Experience with Digita Practice Management would be beneficial but not essential as training will be given.

Summary of Job Functions

• Proficiency with accounting and payroll software (e.g. cloud-based platforms such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) and solid Excel skills.
• Regular contact with clients including working at client’s premises where appropriate.
• Preparation of statutory accounts & supporting files for sole trader / partnerships / Trusts and audit exempt limited companies from varying standard of records.
• Preparation of Income Tax and Corporation Tax computations.
• Knowledge and experience of VAT and Payroll services
• Preparation of management accounts for client.
• Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met.
• Resolve accounting discrepancies, irregularities and tax investigations.
• Completion of monthly, quarterly and year end reports where appropriate.
• Provision of tax and financial information to the relevant authorities.
• To provide reports as requested
• Knowledge of UK tax regulations., including personal and corporate tax, VAT, and relevant compliance requirements.
• Relevant professional qualification or progression (e.g. AAT, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent experience in practice).
• Experience working in an accountancy practice environment is highly beneficial.
• Commitment to continuous learning, professional integrity, and collaborative teamwork in a small-firm setting.

Additional elements to job

• Provide cover within the office as required for absence of colleagues
• Adhere to the company’s policies and procedures.
• To highlight any problems in a timely fashion.
• To highlight training needs.
• To maintain professional expertise.