Accounts Semi Senior

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions; Exeter; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions is seeking an Accounts Semi Senior to join a team in Exeter. The ideal candidate has AAT Level 4 and at least two years of practice experience, preparing accounts and tax returns for various clients. This role offers competitive benefits including flexible working hours, professional development, and health plans.

Benefits

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Fully funded training and professional development

Online shopping discounts

Employee referral bonus up to GBP1500

Dress-down Fridays

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' practice experience.
• Solid understanding of accounting and tax principles.
• Experience with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Compiling and submitting VAT returns.
• Preparing management accounts and assisting with statutory financial statements.

Skills

Accounting principles

Tax principles

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Client-focused mindset

Education

AAT Level 4

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Xero

CCH

Job description

Accounts Semi Senior

Location: Exeter, Devon

Job type: Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday 37.5 hours / week

Salary: Up to GBP28,000 per annum

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions, operating as an employment agency, are currently recruiting for an Accounts Semi Senior to join our accountancy clients team in Exeter.

This role is ideal for someone with at least two years of practice experience and an AAT Level 4 qualification (or equivalent). You'll work across a diverse client portfolio, preparing accounts and tax returns for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders, with support from experienced colleagues to help you grow and succeed.

The role:

Preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies

Compiling and submitting VAT returns and maintaining accurate client records

Producing corporation tax computations and individual tax returns

Supporting clients with queries and software, both remotely and on-site

Preparing management accounts and assisting with statutory financial statement

Liaising with HMRC when required

Supervising and guiding junior team members and trainees

Accurately recording time on daily timesheets and ensuring deadlines are met

Staying up to date with industry developments through ongoing CPD

About you:

AAT Level 4 qualified (or equivalent), with at least 2 years' practice experience

Solid understanding of accounting and tax principles

Experience with accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, Xero, and CCH

Excellent organisational and communication skills

Ability to work both independently and as part of a tea

A client-focused mindset and commitment to delivering high standards

Benefits:

20 days holiday + bank holidays, plus:

1 extra day off for Christmas

An additional 0.5 days after each year of service

Flexible working hours and 1 day per week working from home

Fully funded training and professional development

Training bonuses for AAT, ACA, and ACCA students

Payment of 1 professional subscription per year

Medicash health cash plan

Online shopping discounts and 24-hour employee helpline

Salary sacrifice for parking permits

Dress-down Fridays and a supportive wellbeing team

Employee referral bonus up to GBP1500

To apply for this position, please submit your CV via the Apply Now button or contact Shannon Bunch on (url removed)