Accountant

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their growing accountancy practice in Waterlooville. You will manage a varied portfolio of small business clients, delivering high‑quality accounting, tax and advisory services.

The role covers preparing annual accounts and tax returns, providing proactive tax advice, reviewing bookkeeping and VAT, and supporting year‑end meetings with clients. You will also mentor junior staff and ensure CPD compliance.

Qualifications

• Full membership of a recognised professional accounting body (AAT, ATT, ACCA or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2 years' experience within an accountancy practice.
• Experience preparing accounts and tax returns for Sole Traders, Partnerships, and Limited Companies through to review stage.
• Strong knowledge of UK tax and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit annual accounts and tax returns for Sole Traders, Partnerships, and Limited Companies.
• Manage a portfolio of clients, providing proactive accounting and tax advice.
• Review clients' tax positions and identify opportunities to improve tax efficiency.
• Prepare and review bookkeeping, VAT returns, and CIS returns where required.
• Conduct year-end meetings with clients to present financial results and provide business advice.
• Deliver advisory services including cash flow forecasting, budgeting, pricing, and business performance support.
• Onboard new clients, ensuring a smooth transition into the practice.
• Liaise with HMRC and Companies House to resolve client queries and maintain statutory compliance.
• Carry out client fee reviews.
• Support the Client Manager and Senior Accountant within the team.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members.
• Maintain accurate electronic client records and documentation.
• Deliver bookkeeping training and other external client training where appropriate.
• Maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and keep up to date with changes in accounting and tax legislation.

Skills

UK tax knowledge

Client relationship management

Education

Full membership of a recognised professional accounting body

Job description

Overview

My client is looking for an experienced Accountant to join their growing and dynamic accountancy practice. You\'ll manage a varied portfolio of small business clients, providing high-quality accounting, tax, and advisory services while building strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit annual accounts and tax returns for Sole Traders, Partnerships, and Limited Companies.
• Manage a portfolio of clients, providing proactive accounting and tax advice.
• Review clients\' tax positions and identify opportunities to improve tax efficiency.
• Prepare and review bookkeeping, VAT returns, and CIS returns where required.
• Conduct year-end meetings with clients to present financial results and provide business advice.
• Deliver advisory services including cash flow forecasting, budgeting, pricing, and business performance support.
• Onboard new clients, ensuring a smooth transition into the practice.
• Liaise with HMRC and Companies House to resolve client queries and maintain statutory compliance.
• Carry out client fee reviews.
• Support the Client Manager and Senior Accountant within the team.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members.
• Maintain accurate electronic client records and documentation.
• Deliver bookkeeping training and other external client training where appropriate.
• Maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and keep up to date with changes in accounting and tax legislation.

Qualifications

• Full membership of a recognised professional accounting body (AAT, ATT, ACCA or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2 years\' experience within an accountancy practice.
• Experience preparing accounts and tax returns for Sole Traders, Partnerships, and Limited Companies through to review stage.
• Strong knowledge of UK tax and accounting principles.