Client Accountant

Aspire Recruitment; Wales; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern accounting firm in Wales is seeking a Client Accountant to support small business clients and prepare year-end accounts under FRS regulations. The ideal candidate has AAT qualifications and a solid practice background. This full-time role offers a supportive environment with benefits including generous leave, health care package, and discounts. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage time effectively are essential.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Extra day off on your birthday

Health care package

Free parking on-site

Fresh fruit and drinks available daily

50% discount at onsite café

Salary sacrifice benefits including EV leasing

Discounted membership at nearby gym

Qualifications

• Must be AAT qualified or Level 3 working towards Level 4 with relevant experience.
• Experience in preparing statutory accounts and a strong practice background.
• Excellent time management, strong communication skills, and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for small companies under FRS 105 & FRS 102.
• Produce and file VAT returns and corporation tax computations.
• Maintain bookkeeping records using accounting software.
• Assist with payroll and CIS returns.
• Prepare personal tax returns for directors and sole trader accounts.
• Act as the main contact for client queries regarding compliance.

Skills

AAT qualified or Level 3 working towards Level 4

Practice background with exposure to contractors/SMEs

Confident in preparing statutory accounts under FRS 105

Excellent time management

Strong communication skills

Understanding of VAT, bookkeeping, and corporation tax

Payroll/CIS experience

Proficient with cloud and desktop accounting systems

Tools

Xero

FreeAgent

Job description

Overview

Client Accountant Deeside
Salary: £26,000 per annum £30,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: Fulltime Monday Friday
Must be a driver

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an ambitious accountant with practice experience to take the next step in their career. This position is ideal for someone confident in supporting limited company contractors and small business clients, and wants to develop further within a supportive, modern practice environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparing year-end accounts for small companies under FRS 105 & FRS 102 (1A).
• Producing and filing VAT returns and corporation tax computations.
• Maintaining bookkeeping records using a range of accounting software.
• Assisting with payroll and CIS returns where required.
• Preparing personal tax returns for directors and sole trader accounts.
• Acting as the go-to contact for client queries around compliance and day-to-day accounting matters.
• Ensuring deadlines are met and work is reviewed to a high standard.

Experience

• AAT qualified (or Level 3 working towards Level 4 with relevant experience).
• Solid practice background ideally with exposure to contractors and/or SMEs.
• Confident in preparing statutory accounts under FRS 105.
• Excellent time management and ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build trusted client relationships.
• Good understanding of VAT, bookkeeping and corporation tax.
• Payroll/CIS experience would be a real bonus.
• Comfortable using both cloud and desktop accounting systems (e.g. Xero, FreeAgent).

Perks & Benefits

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service to 25).
• An extra day off on your birthday.
• Health care package and staff rewards scheme.
• Free parking on-site.
• Fresh fruit and drinks available daily.
• 50% discount at the onsite café.
• Access to salary sacrifice benefits, including EV leasing and additional holidays.
• Discounted membership at a nearby gym.

If this is something of interest apply online today!

This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. We receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will contact shortlisted candidates within 14 days if you are selected for interview. By applying for this opportunity you acknowledge that Aspire Recruitment will keep you informed about potential employment opportunities and that you can opt out of receiving information at any time.