Accountant

Reed; Shepperton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace pension

Paid annual leave

Professional development

Support for ACCA/ACA qualifications

Career progression

Job summary

Reed is seeking an Accountant to join a growing accountancy practice in Shepperton, Middlesex. You will handle year‑end accounts for diverse clients and manage bookkeeping with strict deadlines.

The role requires an AAT Level 4 qualification and 2–3 years’ UK practice experience, with knowledge of VAT, corporation tax, and CIS, plus proficiency in Xero, QuickBooks and Sage. Strong organisation and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 Diploma or equivalent with experience.
• 2–3 years UK practice experience preferred.
• Experience preparing Limited Company and sole trader accounts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships.
• Prepare financial statements in line with UK standards (FRS 102/FRS 105).
• Manage bookkeeping for a client portfolio with deadlines.
• Prepare VAT returns, corporation tax computations and Self Assessment returns.
• Act as first point of contact for routine accounting matters for clients.
• Support payroll queries and CIS reconciliations.
• Maintain client files and working papers in compliance with GDPR/AML.

Skills

Multiple client management

Time management

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

AAT Level 4 Diploma

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Accountant

• Annual Salary: £35,000-£42,000
• Location: Shepperton, Middlesex
• Job Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a motivated, experienced, and detail-oriented Accountant to join our growing accountancy practice. The successful candidate will hold an AAT Level 4 qualification (or equivalent with experience ) and have practical experience working within an accountancy practice, managing a portfolio of small and medium-sized business clients.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Prepare year-end accounts for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships.
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with applicable UK accounting standards, including FRS 102 and FRS 105.
• Manage bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with statutory deadlines.
• Prepare and review VAT returns, corporation tax computations, and Self Assessment tax returns.
• Manage an allocated portfolio of clients, acting as their primary point of contact for routine accounting matters.
• Support payroll-related accounting queries and compliance, including monthly CIS returns and reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate client files and working papers, ensuring compliance with GDPR, AML, and professional practice requirements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting or equivalent qualification/experience
• Ideally 2-3 years' experience working in a UK accountancy practice.
• Experience preparing limited company and sole trader accounts.
• Good understanding of UK Corporation Tax, Personal Tax, VAT, and CIS.
• Practical experience using accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage.
• Strong Excel skills and good communication, organisational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and work to deadlines.

Benefits:

• Full-time permanent position.
• Workplace pension.
• Paid annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Support towards further ACCA or ACA qualifications, where agreed.
• Career progression within a growing accountancy practice.
• Supportive and professional working environment.