Chartered Accountant

VanRath; Kilkeel; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified Chartered Accountant to join their reputable accountancy practice in Kilkeel. This role offers the chance to manage your own portfolio of SME and personal clients while working in a supportive, family-friendly environment that values professional development and work-life balance. With a focus on delivering high-quality accounting, tax, and advisory services, you will collaborate with experienced partners and a large team. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity in a thriving local firm, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Generous salary tailored to experience

Clear path for career growth

Flexible working culture

Exposure to a variety of industries

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Chartered Accountant with 3+ years' experience in practice.
• Strong technical knowledge in UK accounting and tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own portfolio of established clients, delivering high-quality services.
• Work closely with partners and a collaborative team to ensure client satisfaction.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Technical Knowledge in UK Accounting and Tax

Education

Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)

Job description

VANRATH are proud to be working with a well-established and highly reputable accountancy practice based in Kilkeel, who are looking to recruit a qualified Chartered Accountant due to continued growth and expansion. This is an exciting opportunity to join a firm with a strong, profitable client base, a large internal team, and a solid reputation for delivering high-quality service across a wide range of industries.
The role is client-facing and offers full responsibility for managing your own portfolio of SME and personal clients. You'll be joining a supportive, family-friendly environment that encourages professional development, work-life balance, and long-term career progression.

The Opportunity:

• Manage your own portfolio of established, loyal clients
• Deliver high-quality accounting, tax, and advisory services
• Work closely with experienced partners and a large, collaborative team
• Be part of a firm that prioritises people, quality, and client relationships

What We're Looking For:

• Fully qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
• 3+ years' experience in a practice environment post-qualification
• Strong technical knowledge across UK accounting and tax
• Comfortable working directly with clients and managing relationships
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

What's on Offer:

• Generous, highly competitive salary tailored to your experience
• Clear path for career growth within a successful, expanding practice
• Flexible, family-friendly working culture
• Exposure to a broad client base and a variety of industries
• A firm with a people-first, supportive ethos

If you're a Chartered Accountant looking to step into a rewarding and people-focused role in a thriving local firm, I'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch directly for a confidential conversation.