Client Accountant - Accounts Jobs in Telford | Prince

Prince Personnel; Telford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Telford seeks a Client Accountant responsible for accounts preparation for limited companies and sole traders. The role involves bookkeeping, tax compliance, and client communication, requiring strong organizational and analytical skills along with proficiency in accounting software.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in an accountancy practice.
• Proven track record in accounts preparation and tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manual double entry bookkeeping.
• Completing VAT returns and tax returns.
• Drafting financial statements for various business entities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

We are recruiting for an accountancy practice based in Telford. They are looking for a Client Accountant to be responsible for accounts preparation for a range of limited companies and sole traders.

Working as part of a friendly team, your responsibilities will include:

• Manual double entry bookkeeping.
• Bank reconciliations.
• Preparing working papers to trial balance level, including prepayments, accruals, and depreciation.
• Communicating with clients to resolve accounting/bookkeeping issues.
• Completing VAT returns.
• Completing and submitting tax returns.
• Drafting financial statements for various business entities.
• Communicating with HMRC online to set up PAYE schemes and VAT registrations.
• Communicating with HMRC both by telephone and online to resolve queries.

Skills and Experience

• Strong experience in an accountancy practice, with a proven track record in accounts preparation and tax compliance.
• Proficiency in accounting software, including Xero or QuickBooks.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships effectively.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

The application process:

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Salary: Up to £30,000

Ref: BLB26602

First advertised: Friday, 13th Jun 2025

Additional salary options include:

• £22,000 (Ref BLB26598, First advertised: Wednesday, 11th Jun 2025)
• £28,000 (Ref BLB26556, First advertised: Tuesday, 10th Jun 2025)

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