Corporate Accountant

Autograph Recruitment; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established accountancy practice as a Corporate Accountant in Exeter. This role requires a qualified or part-qualified accountant to handle accounts preparation, tax returns, and client advising. Enjoy a competitive salary, study support for ACA/ACCA, and a flexible working environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Study support for ACA/ACCA qualifications

Ongoing training and professional development

Minimum 20 days holiday + bank holidays

Additional day off for your birthday

Flexible working options

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in accounts preparation.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping, VAT, and tax return preparation.
• Solid Excel skills (intermediate level).

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and review accounts, bookkeeping, and VAT returns.
• Prepare personal and corporate tax returns.
• Train and mentor trainees, supporting their professional development.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT

Tax return preparation

Client communication

Supervisory abilities

Education

AAT/ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

CCH software

Job description

Corporate Accountant (Qualified/Part-Qualified)

Location: Exeter
Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 (DOE) + Annual Bonus
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role:

We are seeking a Corporate Accountant to join a well-established accountancy practice and play a key role in their corporate team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified accountant looking to develop their career in a dynamic and varied environment. The role includes accounts preparation, tax, bookkeeping, VAT, and audit work, offering exposure to a broad client portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and review accounts, bookkeeping, and VAT returns for a range of clients.
• Prepare personal and corporate tax returns, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations.
• Advise clients on accounting software (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks) and assist with system setup and troubleshooting.
• Stay up to date with industry developments and software updates to enhance efficiency.
• Provide ad hoc support to the line manager, including administrative tasks and team billing.
• Set budgets for staff and provide guidance on accounts completion.
• Train and mentor trainees, supporting their professional development.
• Maintain strong client relationships, handling queries in a proactive and client-focused manner.
• Undertake audit work, requiring some time out of the office at client sites.

What they Offer:

• Competitive salary (£25,000 - £35,000 DOE) + annual bonus.
• Study support for ACA/ACCA qualifications.
• Ongoing training and professional development in technical and soft skills.
• Holiday entitlement: Minimum 20 days + bank holidays, increasing to 25 with service.
• Additional day off for your birthday.
• Flexible working options.
• Company pension scheme.

What they are Looking For:

Essential:

• AAT/ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in accounts preparation.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping, VAT, and tax return preparation.
• Proficiency in Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks.
• Solid Excel skills (intermediate level).
• Excellent client communication and supervisory abilities.

Desirable:

• Experience working with charity accounts.
• Familiarity with filing company confirmation statements.
• Experience using CCH software.

Why Join them?

This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a progressive and supportive accountancy accountancy practice. Whether you're fully qualified or working towards your ACA/ACCA.

Apply now or contact me for any further information.