Accountant / Accounts Senior - Accountancy Practice

Additional Resources; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Formal and informal training

Employee Assistance Programme

Regular employee socials and events

Family-friendly working environment

Enhanced holiday allowance and sickpay

Opportunities to learn and develop

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Additional Resources in Waterlooville is seeking an Accountant / Accounts Senior to join our accountancy practice providing accounting, bookkeeping and payroll services to small businesses. The role is office-based with two days’ work from home, on a 36.5-hour week.

You will manage a varied client portfolio, prepare accounts and tax returns, mentor staff, advise on cash flow and pricing, and liaise with HMRC as needed.

Qualifications

• Approx 2 years' accountancy practice experience, managing a varied client portfolio.
• Experience preparing accounts and tax returns to review stage for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Full membership of a recognised professional accountancy body (AAT/ATT/ACA/ACCA).
• Experience using Xero, DEXT and FreeAgent.
• Strong tax knowledge and ability to explain financial information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit accounts and tax returns for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Train and mentor the accounting team, providing technical guidance and support.
• Manage client communications, onboarding, portfolio administration and record keeping.
• Assess clients’ tax positions, provide tax planning and advise on cash flow, budgets and pricing.
• Prepare and review bookkeeping, VAT returns and CIS submissions.
• Conduct year-end meetings, fee reviews and client training, supporting the Client Manager and Senior Accountant.
• Liaise with HMRC and maintain statutory records.

Skills

Accountancy experience

Client portfolio management

Tax guidance

Excel proficiency

Education

Professional accounting body membership

Tools

Xero

DEXT

FreeAgent

Microsoft Office

Job description

Do you have experience working in an accountancy practice This could be a good opportunity for you! An opportunity has arisen for an Accountant / Accounts Senior to join an accountancy practice providing accounting, bookkeeping and payroll services to small businesses.

As an Accountant / Accounts Senior, you will manage a varied client portfolio, overseeing accounts, taxation, bookkeeping and providing financial guidance to support business clients.

This is an office-based, full-time role based in Waterlooville, with 2 days’ work from home, offering a salary range of £34,000 - £43,000 for a 36.5-hour working week, plus benefits.

Experienced Accounts Semi Seniors looking to take the next step in their accountancy practice career are also encouraged to apply.

You will be responsible for:

• Prepare and submit accounts and tax returns for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Train and mentor the accounting team, providing technical guidance and support.
• Manage client communications, onboarding, portfolio administration and record keeping.
• Assess clients’ tax positions, provide tax planning and advise on cash flow, budgets and pricing.
• Prepare and review bookkeeping, VAT returns and CIS submissions.
• Conduct year-end meetings, fee reviews and client training, supporting the Client Manager and Senior Accountant.
• Liaise with HMRC, maintain accurate statutory records and complete relevant CPD requirements.
• Perform other duties as required.

What we are looking for:

• Approx 2 years' accountancy practice experience, managing a varied client portfolio and handling work independently.
• Experience preparing accounts and tax returns to review stage for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Full membership of a recognised professional accountancy body, such as AAT, ATT, ACA or ACCA.
• Background in using Xero, DEXT and FreeAgent to complete client work.
• A sound understanding of taxation and its practical application.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Confidence in advising clients and explaining financial and technical information clearly, both verbally and in writing.

The candidates from the following background will be considered: Accountant, Practice Accountant, Accounts Senior, Accounts Semi Senior, Semi Senior Accountant, Client Accountant, Portfolio Accountant, Business Services Accountant, Accounts & Tax Senior, Accounts and Audit Senior, Accounts Supervisor, General Practice Accountant, Qualified Accountant, Client Services Accountant, Accounts Preparation Accountant

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary
• Company pension scheme.
• On-site parking.
• Formal and informal training.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Regular employee socials and events.
• Family-friendly working environment.
• Enhanced holiday allowance and sick pay.
• Opportunities to learn and develop specialist knowledge.
• Flexible working arrangements and a good work-life balance.