Accounts Technician/Chartered Accountant

ProTalent Limited; Eastbourne; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accountancy firm in Eastbourne is seeking a capable Accounting Technician to join their growing team. This varied role involves preparing year-end accounts, assisting with VAT compliance, and developing mentoring skills while working with a diverse client base. Competitive salary offered, depending on qualifications and experience, with ongoing training and opportunities for growth within the firm.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Opportunities to grow

Flexibility to work from Eastbourne or Hove office

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or ACA/ACCA part-qualified.
• Strong experience in accounts preparation within practice.
• Solid understanding of UK tax compliance.
• Organised, detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines.
• Comfortable using Excel, Word, and cloud-based tools.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing year-end accounts and tax returns.
• Assisting with VAT compliance and advising clients.
• Managing your own portfolio and building client relationships.
• Coaching and supporting junior team members.
• Developing skills in cloud accounting platforms.

Skills

Experience in accounts preparation

Strong understanding of UK tax compliance

Organised and detail-oriented

Comfortable using Excel and Word

Experience with cloud accounting platforms

Education

AAT qualified or ACA/ACCA part-qualified

Tools

Xero

Cloud-based tools

Job description

Are you looking for a new challenge within a supportive and professional accountancy practice?

We’re working with a well-established firm in the South East that is looking for a capable Accounting Technician to join their growing team. This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll work with a diverse client base across accounting, tax, and VAT, while also developing your mentoring and technical skills.

Role responsibilities:

• Preparing and reviewing year-end accounts and tax returns for individuals and businesses
• Assisting with VAT compliance and advising clients on relevant issues
• Managing your own portfolio and building strong client relationships
• Coaching and supporting junior team members
• Developing your skills in cloud accounting platforms, including Xero

What we’re looking for:

• AAT qualified or ACA/ACCA part-qualified
• Strong experience in accounts preparation within practice
• Solid understanding of UK tax compliance
• Organised, detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines
• Comfortable using Excel, Word, and cloud-based tools

What’s in it for you:

• Ongoing training and development through internal and external CPD
• Opportunities to grow within a progressive and team-focused environment
• Flexibility to work from Eastbourne or Hove office
• Competitive salary, dependent on qualifications and experience