Accountant

Recruitment Solutions; Purbrook; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitment Solutions is seeking an Accountant for a growing accounts practice near Portsmouth. You will work with managers and partners to deliver exceptional client service in a forward-thinking firm that prioritises development and impact.

This full-time role (Mon–Fri) offers hybrid options for the right candidate, with salary depending on experience. You’ll handle year-end accounts, CT computations, VAT, and advisory work using Xero/QuickBooks.

Qualifications

• About 3+ years of experience in UK accountancy practice.
• Must be able to commute regularly to Portsmouth.

Responsibilities

• Support client delivery and deadlines with managers and partners.
• Prepare year-end accounts for Ltd, partnerships and sole traders.
• Draft corporation tax computations and returns.
• Prepare management accounts with commentary and analysis.
• Assist with VAT returns and respond to VAT queries.

Skills

UK accounting

Client service

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Excellent New Opportunity - Accountant Role in a growing accounts practice

• Do you want more autonomy, variety and support from your current role?
• Do you value a forward-thinking, progressive firm where your development is genuinely prioritised?
• Do you want to qualify with a firm that'll reward your hard work?

Overview

A well established firm of Chartered Accountants near Portsmouth is on the lookout for a new Accountant to join the team. They're a fantastic team that prides themselves on delivering exceptional client service. Working locally and close to home, you'll be given the chance to really make an impact into the success of the organisation.

This role is Full-Time Monday to Friday but flexible hours and hybrid working may be considered for the right individual.

Salary depends on experience and qualifications.

Duties

• Working closely with managers and partners to support client delivery and deadlines
• Preparing year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
• Drafting corporation tax computations and returns
• Preparing management accounts, often with commentary and analysis
• Assisting with VAT returns and dealing with VAT queries from clients
• Reviewing work prepared by junior team members and providing feedback
• Supporting clients with bookkeeping queries, using cloud software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks)
• Identifying opportunities to add value for clients (e.g. advisory, software training)
• Keeping up to date with relevant changes in tax and accounting regulations

What we're looking for

A successful candidate for this role would have circa 3+ years experience in UK accountancy practice and be able to commute regularly to Portsmouth. .