Accounts Semi-Senior OR Assistant Manager

Placrrecruitment Co; Bexhill-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' holiday

Hybrid working after probation

Workplace pension

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free flu vaccinations

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Generous social events

ICAEW/ACCA/AAT training employer

Job summary

Placrrecruitment Co is recruiting for an Accounts Semi-Senior / Assistant Manager in Bexhill. Join a fast-growing practice that supports thousands of businesses with a flexible hybrid setup after probation.

You will prepare accounts and tax returns, help manage client portfolios, and liaise with clients to resolve queries while developing tasks across bookkeeping, reporting and compliance.

Qualifications

• Three years of relevant accountancy practice experience.
• AAT Level 3 or higher, ACCA or ICAEW qualifications preferred.
• Experience preparing accounts and tax returns; strong software knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts and tax returns for sole traders and limited companies.
• Support a varied portfolio of SMEs and individuals.
• Liaise directly with clients and resolve queries.
• Manage client records, appointments and administrative tasks.
• Complete bookkeeping and support financial reporting.
• Manage invoices, track expenses and prepare reports.
• Collect, organise and analyse practice data.
• Coordinate with colleagues, other departments and external providers.
• Support delivery of accurate, efficient professional service.

Skills

Client liaison

Bookkeeping

Financial reporting

Organisational skills

Education

AAT Level 3+ / ACCA / ICAEW

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

IRIS

Excel

Job description

Accounts Semi-Senior / Assistant Manager

Bexhill | Full-time | Hybrid working available after probation

Are you an experienced accountancy professional ready to take the next step in your career?

Our client is a fast-growing and highly regarded accountancy firm supporting thousands of businesses and individuals across Sussex. They are looking for an Accounts Semi-Senior or Assistant Manager to join their friendly and established Bexhill team.

The level of the appointment will depend on your experience, making this a fantastic opportunity for either a developing accountant or someone ready to take on greater responsibility.

What You'll Be Doing

Reporting to the Senior Manager, you will:

• Prepare accounts and tax returns for sole traders and limited companies
• Support a varied portfolio of small and medium-sized businesses
• Liaise directly with clients and resolve queries
• Manage client records, appointments and administrative tasks
• Complete bookkeeping and support financial reporting
• Manage invoices, track expenses and prepare reports
• Collect, organise and analyse practice data
• Coordinate with colleagues, other departments and external providers
• Help ensure clients receive an accurate, efficient and professional service

What We're Looking For

• At least three years' relevant experience within an accountancy practice
• Ideally AAT Level 3 or above, ACCA or ICAEW qualified or part-qualified
• Experience preparing accounts and tax returns
• Strong knowledge of QuickBooks and Xero
• IRIS experience would be an advantage
• Confident Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• The confidence to liaise directly with clients
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• A professional and discreet approach to client information
• The ability to identify and resolve issues effectively

Hours and Location

This role is based in Bexhill and is primarily office-based to support the wider team.

Standard hours are 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 5:00pm. Alternative working patterns may also be considered.

Following successful completion of probation, up to two days of home working per week may be available, pro rata for part-time contracts.

What's on Offer

• 25 days' holiday plus bank and public holidays
• Hybrid working following probation
• Workplace pension
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Free flu vaccinations
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Generous company social events
• Genuine training and career-progression opportunities
• The opportunity to develop within an ICAEW, ACCA and AAT-approved training employer