Accountant

K H R Recruitment Specialists; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm seeks an experienced Accountant to join a well-established practice in Tunbridge Wells. Ideal candidates will be ACCA or ICAEW qualified or finalists, possessing strong bookkeeping and VAT preparation skills. This role involves client interaction, bookkeeping for various clients, and preparation of financial accounts. Enjoy a competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £42,000 along with 28 days holiday and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Parking permit for private road parking

Auto-enrolment pension scheme (NEST)

Friendly working environment

Qualifications

• Must be ACCA or ICAEW qualified or a finalist.
• Experience in an accountancy practice environment is essential.
• Strong knowledge in bookkeeping, VAT preparation, and accounts preparation is required.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Preparation of trial balances and accounts for different entities.
• Assisting with VAT returns and regular management accounts.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT preparation

Accounts preparation

Client communication

Attention to detail

Technical knowledge

Education

ACCA/ICAEW Qualified or Finalist

Tools

IRIS

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Accountant (ACCA/ICAEW Qualified or Finalist)

Location: Tunbridge Wells (Office-based)­
Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 per annum (depending on experience)­
Hours: Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm

Overview

A well‑established and friendly accountancy practice based in Tunbridge Wells is seeking an experienced Accountant to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ACCA/ICAEW‑qualified or finalist professional with strong practice experience who is looking for a stable, long‑term role within a supportive, close‑knit environment.

Key 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 for selected clients
• Liaising directly with clients and responding to queries through to final accounts stage
• Supporting audit work through analysis under the guidance of a senior auditor (limited audit exposure)

Ideal Candidate

• ACCA or ICAEW qualified, or at finalist level
• Proven experience within an accountancy practice environment
• Strong technical knowledge across bookkeeping, VAT and accounts preparation
• Confident using IRIS and cloud‑based accounting software (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)
• Well‑organised with excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and a client‑focused approach

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £35,000 – £42,000 depending on experience
• Standard auto‑enrolment pension scheme (NEST)
• 28 days holiday, including bank holidays
• Parking permit provided for private road parking
• Friendly, supportive working environment within a small, established practice
• Opportunity for long‑term development and progression within the firm