Client Accountant

Butler Rose Ltd; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern accountancy firm near Leighton Buzzard is seeking a Client Accountant to manage a varied client portfolio. This full-time role emphasizes client-facing responsibilities and requires ACA/ACCA qualifications with a minimum of 5 years in an accountancy practice. You will prepare statutory accounts, manage client relationships, and train junior staff. The firm offers a supportive work environment, 28 days of holiday, and encouragement for professional development. If you value autonomy and flexibility, get in touch to learn more.

Benefits

28 days' holiday including bank holidays

Pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Support for ongoing professional development

Focus on work-life balance

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience within an accountancy practice.
• Must hold a valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Preparing statutory accounts for various entities.
• Producing and reviewing management accounts.
• Preparing corporate and personal tax returns.
• Supporting bookkeeping and VAT return processes.
• Ensuring compliance with accounting regulations.
• Training and mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Strong Xero experience

Excellent communication skills

Client relationship management

Proactive and organized

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified

5+ years' experience in an accountancy practice

Tools

Digita

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Client Accountant - Growing Independent Practice
Leighton Buzzard
£36,000 - £45,000 (DOE)

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be partnering with a friendly, modern and client-focused accountancy firm based near Leighton Buzzard, in their search for an experienced Client Accountant to join their close-knit team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a client-facing role within a small, people-focused practice where quality, trust and long-term relationships sit at the heart of what they do. You'll work closely with the firm's Founder and wider team, managing a varied client portfolio while contributing to the firm's ongoing growth.

Responsibilities

• Preparing statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Producing and reviewing management accounts
• Preparing corporate and personal tax returns
• Supporting bookkeeping and VAT return processes
• Ensuring compliance with current legislation and accounting regulations
• Working closely with the Principal on client management and growth initiatives
• Training and mentoring junior members of the team
• Building and maintaining long‑lasting client relationships
• Supporting business development activity using a dedicated BD budget (post‑induction)

Requirements

• ACA/ACCA qualified OR part‑qualified with 5+ years' experience within an accountancy practice
• Minimum 4 years' experience within an accountancy practice
• Strong Xero experience; knowledge of Digita essential, QuickBooks and Sage beneficial
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Proactive, organised and commercially aware
• Holds a valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

What's On Offer

• Full‑time role based near Leighton Buzzard
• 28 days' holiday including bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Free on‑site parking
• Support for ongoing professional development and career progression
• Supportive, close‑knit working environment
• Strong focus on work‑life balance and flexible working

This role will suit a practice‑trained accountant who values autonomy, flexibility and being part of a supportive environment.

Interested?

If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with Demetria Petropoulos to find out more - 016 1388 5710/d . petropoulos @ butlerrose . com

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.