Accounts Semi Senior / Accounts Technician

Pro Talent; Lewes; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Southwick is seeking an Accounts Semi-Senior or Technician to support clients with account preparation and tax returns. The role offers excellent career progression, study support for qualifications like AAT, and a supportive environment, ideal for candidates with experience in UK accountancy practices.

Benefits

Full study support for AAT, ACCA or similar

Flexible hours

Competitive salary and benefits package

Supportive working environment

Potential for part-time

Qualifications

• Experience in a UK accountancy practice is essential.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, accounts preparation, and VAT.
• Familiarity with cloud-based accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the preparation of accounts and tax returns.
• Preparing year-end accounts for various entities.
• Assisting with corporation and personal tax returns.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT

Client Relationship Management

Attention to Detail

Education

AAT qualified or studying

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Accounts Semi-Senior / Accounts Technician – Southwick Office

Location: Southwick, West Sussex
Salary: £26,000 – £38,000 (DOE)
Study Support Available

Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant, Technician or Semi-Senior looking for a new challenge within a supportive and growing accountancy firm? This well-established independent practice, with a modern and friendly Southwick office, is expanding and looking for an enthusiastic Accounts professional to join the team.

This is a varied and hands-on role ideal for someone with solid experience in practice who enjoys working closely with a wide range of clients.

The Role:

You will be responsible for supporting the preparation of accounts and tax returns for a portfolio of sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, while building great client relationships and contributing to the continued growth of the Southwick office.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies

• Assisting with the preparation of corporation and personal tax returns

• Bookkeeping and VAT return preparation

• Supporting clients with day-to-day queries and cloud accounting software

• Liaising with managers and partners to ensure timely delivery of work

About You:

• Experience in a UK accountancy practice is essential

• AAT qualified or studying, or qualified by experience

• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, accounts prep, and VAT

• Familiarity with cloud-based accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks etc.)

• A positive attitude, good attention to detail, and willingness to learn

What’s on Offer:

• A supportive and sociable working environment

• Flexible hours and potential for part-time if preferred

• Full study support for AAT, ACCA or similar (if desired)

• A growing firm with genuine scope for progression

• Competitive salary and benefits package

If you're looking for a friendly and rewarding role with variety, flexibility and long-term development, this is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving team in a lovely Southwick location.

Get in touch to find out more or apply today with your CV.