Accountant

Reed; Vale of White Horse; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking accountancy firm in the Vale of White Horse is seeking a Qualified Accountant with a minimum of 2 years of experience. Responsibilities include supporting senior team members, preparing financial statements, and communicating proactively with clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Xero.

Benefits

6 weeks paid holiday

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Personal and professional development support

Brunch & learns

Quarterly wellbeing days

Team away days

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of practice experience (client-facing preferred).
• Experience in management accounting and business advisory.
• Proactive attitude with a commitment to internal procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Accountant in delivering client services.
• Prepare interim and year-end financial statements and tax returns.
• Communicate proactively with clients to understand their needs.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent relationship management

Analytical and problem-solving mindset

High attention to detail

Organised and proactive

Education

Qualified accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, or CIMA)

Tools

Xero

Job description

Overview

Reed Practice is delighted to be supporting a forward-thinking accountancy firm in their search for aQualified Accountant. This award-winning practice is known for going beyond traditional accounting to help clients build sustainable, successful businesses through values-driven financial compliance and bespoke advisory services.

About the Firm

Our client combines cutting-edge digital tools with expert guidance to help businesses thrive. With a strong emphasis on authentic relationships and a supportive workplace culture, they’ve built a team that values collaboration, personal growth, and excellence in client service.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and qualified accountant with at least2 years of practice experience. You’ll support senior team members in delivering a wide range of accounting services, with a particular focus onmanagement accounting andbusiness advisory.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Accountant and Senior Client Advisor in delivering client services
• Prepare interim and year-end financial statements, tax returns, and compliance documentation
• Review payroll reconciliations and assist with cashflow forecasting
• Provide support for management accounting and reporting
• Communicate proactively with clients to understand their needs
• Identify opportunities for additional services and process improvements
• Assist in training and mentoring Accounts Technicians

Candidate Profile

• Qualified accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, or CIMA)
• Minimum2 years of practice experience(client-facing preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent relationship management and emotional intelligence
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience withXeropreferred
• Organised, proactive, and committed to internal procedures

Benefits

• 6 weeks paid holiday
• Pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Personal and professional development support
• Brunch & learns
• Quarterly wellbeing days
• Team away days