Practice Accountant

Reed; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Office-based in Canterbury

Flexible working arrangements after on

Job summary

Reed in Canterbury, Kent is seeking a Practice Accountant to oversee a substantial client portfolio and support the continued success of the firm. This role focuses on accounts, taxation and advisory work, mentoring two Bookkeepers and delivering high-quality client service.

You will review statutory accounts, corporation tax returns and management accounts, attend client meetings, and identify opportunities to strengthen relationships while upholding deadlines and accuracy.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified or equivalent.
• Extensive experience within an accountancy practice environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation, taxation and advisory services.
• Excellent client relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to lead by example and support junior team members effectively.
• Professional, confident and credible in front of both clients and colleagues.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a diverse portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients
• Act as the main point of contact, delivering a high standard of client service and practical advice
• Review statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, management accounts and related compliance work
• Attend client meetings and provide proactive commercial and strategic guidance
• Identify opportunities to add value and strengthen long-term client relationships
• Support, mentor and supervise two Bookkeepers
• Ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently and in line with relevant deadlines
• Contribute to the ongoing growth and success of the practice through a hands-on approach

Skills

Client relations

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Problem solving

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified or equivalent

Job description

Practice Accountant

Location: Canterbury, Kent

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-time, permanent, office-based

An established and respected accountancy practice is seeking a Practice Accountant to oversee a substantial client portfolio and support the continued success of the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong, commercially aware practice professional who enjoys building long-term client relationships, leading by example and mentoring junior team members.

The Practice Accountant will manage a varied portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients, act as a trusted adviser and provide day-to-day guidance to two Bookkeepers. This position will suit someone with strong practice experience who is confident across accounts, tax and advisory work.

Day-to-day of the role

• Manage and develop a diverse portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients
• Act as the main point of contact, delivering a high standard of client service and practical advice
• Review statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, management accounts and related compliance work
• Attend client meetings and provide proactive commercial and strategic guidance
• Identify opportunities to add value and strengthen long-term client relationships
• Support, mentor and supervise two Bookkeepers
• Ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently and in line with relevant deadlines
• Contribute to the ongoing growth and success of the practice through a hands-on approach

Required Skills & Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified or equivalent
• Extensive experience within an accountancy practice environment
• Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation, taxation and advisory services
• Excellent client relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to lead by example and support junior team members effectively
• Professional, confident and credible in front of both clients and colleagues
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 per annum
• Established and loyal client portfolio
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to play an influential role within a practice
• Flexible working arrangements available following a successful onboarding period