Hybrid Semi-Senior Accounts Technician — Own Your Portfolio

Autograph Specialist Recruitment Limited; Paignton; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Autograph Specialist Recruitment Limited is seeking a Semi-Senior Accounts Technician to join a growing accountancy practice. Initially Torbay-based, the role offers hybrid working or Exeter office thereafter, and focuses on accounts preparation, bookkeeping and VAT within a supportive team.

The successful candidate will manage their own portfolio, build client relationships and work directly with clients, with payroll exposure that is beneficial but not the main focus.

Qualifications

• Previous accountancy practice experience at Accounts Assistant, Semi-Senior or similar level.
• Strong bookkeeping and accounts preparation experience.
• Experience preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Good knowledge of accounting software.
• The confidence to manage your own workload and client deadlines.
• Strong communication and client service skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• A proactive and professional approach.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.

Responsibilities

• Managing bookkeeping for a range of clients.
• Preparing year-end and management accounts.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Completing bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Dealing directly with client queries and providing day-to-day accounting support.
• Managing your own workload and ensuring client deadlines are met.
• Building and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships.
• Supporting with a range of general practice-based accounts work.
• Working closely with the wider team to deliver a high level of client service.
• Some payroll exposure would be beneficial, although this is not the main focus of the role.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounts preparation

VAT returns

Payroll exposure

Accounting software

Client service

Communication

Attention to detail

Organisation

Independent work

Job description

Autograph Specialist Recruitment Limited is seeking a Semi-Senior Accounts Technician to join a growing accountancy practice. Initially Torbay-based, the role offers hybrid working or Exeter office thereafter, and focuses on accounts preparation, bookkeeping and VAT within a supportive team.

The successful candidate will manage their own portfolio, build client relationships and work directly with clients, with payroll exposure that is beneficial but not the main focus.