Client Accountant

Bennett & Game Recruitment LTD; Elland; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Client Accountant for their Elland office. The role involves preparing year-end accounts, tax computations, and VAT returns while maintaining strong client relationships.

You will work closely with Senior Managers and Client Managers, taking ownership of your workload and advancing your technical knowledge in a supportive environment. Hybrid working available.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accountancy practice.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Experience preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Knowledge of personal tax, corporation tax and VAT.
• Strong organisational skills with multiple deadlines.
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Confident communicating with clients and colleagues.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Prepare financial statements using accounting software.
• Complete personal, partnership and corporation tax returns.
• Prepare capital allowances computations.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Undertake company secretarial duties.
• Liaise with clients to obtain information and provide updates.
• Maintain accurate client records and monitor deadlines.
• Identify process improvements and support colleagues.

Skills

Accounting principles

Accounts prep

Tax knowledge

VAT knowledge

Excel

Client communication

Organisational skills

Education

AAT qualification

ACCA/ACA in progress

Tools

Sage 50

Sage Business Cloud

Xero

QuickBooks

Dext

AutoEntry

IRIS

Job description

Client Accountant

Location: Elland

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 (dependent on experience)

Hybrid Working: 3 days in the office / 2 days from home

Working Hours: Full-time

About the Role

A large, established and highly regarded independent accountancy practice is looking to recruit a Client Accountant to join its team at its Elland office.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established practice, working with a varied portfolio of clients ranging from sole traders and partnerships through to limited companies.

You will be responsible for preparing year-end accounts, tax computations and VAT returns, alongside maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring work is completed accurately and within deadlines.

Working closely with Senior Managers and Client Managers, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of your workload, develop your technical knowledge and progress your career within a supportive and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Preparing financial statements using relevant accounting software.
• Completing personal, partnership and corporation tax returns.
• Preparing capital allowances computations.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Undertaking company secretarial duties.
• Liaising directly with clients to obtain information, resolve queries and provide updates.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records.
• Monitoring deadlines to ensure accounts, tax returns and VAT submissions are completed on time.
• Reviewing client records and identifying opportunities to improve processes and services.
• Supporting colleagues and trainees where required.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant procedures, client due diligence and risk assessments.

Experience & Skills

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and general accountancy practices.
• Experience preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Knowledge of personal tax, corporation tax and VAT.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Confident communicating with clients and colleagues.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

Software Knowledge

Experience with the following software would be advantageous:

• Sage 50 / Sage Business Cloud
• Xero
• QuickBooks
• Dext
• AutoEntry
• IRIS

Further training and support will be provided where required.

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or studying towards a relevant accountancy qualification, or part-qualified ACCA/ACA.
• Relevant practical experience within an accountancy practice will also be considered.

Working Pattern & Flexibility

• Full-time position.
• Hybrid working, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.
• Based at the firm's Elland office.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Support from experienced managers and colleagues.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary between £30,000 and £40,000, dependent on experience.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Opportunity to join a large, established independent accountancy practice.
• Supportive working environment with opportunities for career development.