Part-Qualified Accountant

TPF Recruitment; Steyning; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected accountancy practice in Sussex seeks a Part Qualified Accountant to manage a client portfolio and perform various accounting and tax duties. Candidates should have an AAT qualification and prior experience in an accountancy practice. The position offers a salary of £30,000 to £40,000 based on experience, with flexible working options, 36.25 hours per week, and generous annual leave increasing with service.

Benefits

23 days annual leave, increasing with service

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working options

Love2Shop vouchers for referrals

Qualifications

• AAT qualification or equivalent as a minimum and progression toward ACCA or ACA.
• Previous experience within an accountancy practice.
• Strong drive, collaborative approach, and good work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Manage a developing portfolio of clients.
• Prepare accounts for various types of organizations.
• Handle tax computations and VAT returns.

Skills

AAT qualification or equivalent

Experience in accountancy practice

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Knowledge of Xero, Sage, QuickBooks

Ability to manage pressure

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

CCH

Job description

TPF Recruitment is supporting a respected and fast growing accountancy practice in Sussex that is looking to appoint a Part Qualified Accountant for its Steyning office. This firm has built a strong reputation over thirty years and offers a broad advisory and compliance service to an ambitious and varied client base.

The role

In this position you will take responsibility for a developing portfolio of clients and support a wide range of accounting and tax work. Typical duties include

• Accounts production for sole traders partnerships limited companies and not for profit organisations
• Preparation of tax computations
• Responding to incoming client queries
• Management accounts and VAT returns
• Managing your own workflow and meeting deadlines

Requirements

The ideal candidate will bring

• AAT qualification or equivalent as a minimum and progression toward ACCA or ACA
• Previous experience within an accountancy practice
• A collaborative approach with strong drive and work ethic
• Ability to manage pressure and deliver to tight deadlines
• Confident communication skills and a personable manner
• Good working knowledge of Excel Xero Sage QuickBooks and CCH
• Xero certification is welcome but not essential
• A driving licence and access to your own transport

Benefits

Salary 30,000 to 40,000 depending on experience

Hours 36.25 hours per week Monday to Friday with flexible and hybrid working

Holiday 23 days annual leave excluding bank holidays rising by one day for each year of service up to a maximum of 28 days

Please contact Mark Sitton on 01273 102 360, or via LinkedIn for a confidential conversation.

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