Accountant in UK Practice – Growth & Training

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

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.