Accounts Technician/Chartered Accountant

ProTalent; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable accountancy practice in the South East seeks a capable Accounting Technician to support a diverse client base across accounting, tax, and VAT. Responsibilities include preparing accounts and tax returns, managing client portfolios, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will be AAT qualified or part-qualified ACA/ACCA and possess solid UK tax compliance knowledge. Competitive salary offered based on experience.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Opportunities for growth

Flexibility to work from different offices

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Strong experience in accounts preparation within practice.
• Solid understanding of UK tax compliance.
• Organised, detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines.

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.

Skills

Accounts preparation

Tax compliance

Client relationship management

Mentoring

Cloud accounting

Education

AAT qualified or ACA/ACCA part-qualified

Tools

Xero

Excel

Word

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