Experienced Practice Accountant

TPF Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Sutton, Surrey is seeking a Qualified Practice Accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) to manage a diverse client portfolio. This role offers competitive salary, flexible working, and clear progression opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible working

Clear progression opportunities

Subsidised parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Confident managing a portfolio of clients independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients across various industries.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts for various entities.
• Provide business advisory services and support clients.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Organisational Skills

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Tools

Xero

Job description

Job Description
Job Title: Qualified Practice Accountant

Location: Sutton, Surrey

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (dependent on experience)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Recruiter: TPF Recruitment

About the Role:

TPF Recruitment is proud to be supporting a well-established, independently run accountancy practice based in Sutton, Surrey. This firm has built an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality accounting, tax, and advisory services to a loyal and diverse client base. They are looking for a Qualified Practice Accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) to join their friendly and supportive team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practice accountant who enjoys working closely with clients, managing a varied portfolio, and contributing to the success of a thriving independent firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of clients across various industries, acting as their main point of contact
• Prepare and review statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
• Complete and file corporation tax returns and personal tax computations
• Ensure compliance with all HMRC and Companies House filing requirements
• Provide business advisory services and support clients with their financial queries
• Use Xero daily - including bookkeeping reviews, bank reconciliations, and reporting
• Supervise and support junior team members where required
• Liaise with HMRC, banks, and other third parties on behalf of clients

Requirements

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with proven experience in a UK accountancy practice
• Strong working knowledge of Xero - essential
• Confident managing a portfolio of clients independently
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple deadlines
• A team player with a positive and professional attitude

Benefits

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible working and a supportive, close-knit team culture
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing practice
• Exposure to a broad client base and varied workload
• Subsidised parking and modern office environment

If you're a qualified accountant looking to take the next step in your practice career with a firm that truly values its people and clients, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Kourtney Luckett at TPF Recruitment for a confidential discussion.