Accounts Semi-Senior: Progression & Training in Practice

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

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.