Accounts Semi-Senior

Autograph Recruitment; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An accountancy practice in Cardiff is seeking a Semi-Senior Accountant to support the senior team and manage client accounts. This role requires a proactive individual with at least 2 years in UK practice and strong VAT knowledge. Responsibilities include coordinating VAT returns, mentoring junior staff, and improving internal processes. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career progression and training, plus benefits like annual leave and a friendly team atmosphere.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Ongoing training and development

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong working knowledge of VAT, accounts preparation, and general practice work.
• Confident in supporting junior team members and reviewing their work.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Accountants in managing workloads and client accounts.
• Assist in training mentors and reviewing their work.
• Coordinate and organise VAT return preparation across the team.
• Take ownership of ad-hoc client queries.

Skills

ATVAT knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Accounting software proficiency

Tools

Xero

Sage

CCH Xero

Job description

Job Title: Semi-Senior Accountant

Location: Cardiff

Position: Permanent, full time

Salary: D.O.E

About the role

We are working with an outstanding accountancy practice seeking an experienced and proactive Accounts Semi-Senior to join their growing Swansea team. This is a key support role, positioned between our senior accountants and trainees. It s ideal for someone with a solid foundation in practice who is ready to take on more responsibility. You ll be working closely with the senior team, helping ensure smooth operations across VAT, client queries, and accounts preparation. This is a hands‑on, people‑focused role with real potential for progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Accountants in managing workloads and client accounts
• Assist in training mentors and reviewing their work
• Coordinate and organise VAT return preparation across the team
• Take ownership of ad-hoc client queries and provide timely responses and solutions
• Prepare accounts for a range of sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
• Liaise with clients to gather information and build strong working relationships
• Help improve internal processes and team collaboration

Key Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice
• Strong working knowledge of VAT, accounts preparation, and general practice work
• Confident in supporting junior team members and reviewing their work
• Good organisational skills and ability to coordinate work across the team
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Comfortable using accounting software (experience with Xero, Sage, or CCH Xero is a bonus)

Benefits

• Supportive team environment with clear progression pathways
• Ongoing training and development
• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays (with increases based on service)

Next steps

If this sounds like a great opportunity and you can demonstrate a proven track record in initiating and delivering the above, with solid results, then please click Apply to upload your CV for consideration. Alternatively contact Clarissa Hough on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

We look forward to hearing from you