Practice Accountant

CV Screen; Newquay; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accountancy firm in Newquay is seeking an experienced Practice Accountant to manage a diverse client portfolio. The role offers a competitive salary of circa £45,000 and excellent benefits, including 35 days of holiday, pensions, healthcare plans, and professional training support. The ideal candidate will have prior UK accountancy practice experience and relevant qualifications. Join this supportive team and work close to Cornwall’s beautiful coastline.

Benefits

35 days holiday

Pension scheme & life assurance

Healthcare plan & wellbeing resources

Paid professional subscriptions

Full training support

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a UK-based accountancy practice.
• Qualified in ACCA, ACA, CTA, or by experience.
• Proven ability to manage a client portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a varied client portfolio, including limited companies and sole traders.
• Review and supervise work produced by junior staff members.
• Deliver tailored accounting and taxation advice to clients.

Skills

Experience in managing client portfolios

Team supervision

Accounting and taxation advice

Compliance knowledge

Education

ACCA/ACA/CTA qualified or QBE

Job description

Practice Accountant

Newquay | Circa £45,000 + Excellent Benefits

We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy firm based in Newquay, Cornwall. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Practice Accountant to join a friendly and supportive team in a growing firm that works with a diverse portfolio of clients, including business owners and private individuals. This exciting role offers a competitive salary of circa £45,000, excellent benefits, and the chance to work just minutes from Cornwall’s stunning coastline.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee a varied client portfolio, including limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships

• Review and supervise work produced by junior staff members

• Provide coaching and mentoring to less experienced team members

• Deliver tailored accounting and taxation advice to clients

• Ensure compliance with internal processes and contribute to KPIs and performance targets

What Experience is Required

• Previous experience within a UK-based accountancy practice

• ACCA/ACA/CTA qualified or qualified by experience (QBE)

• Proven ability to manage a client portfolio and supervise staff

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Circa £45,000

• 35 days holiday (including bank holidays)

• Pension scheme & life assurance

• Healthcare plan & wellbeing resources

• Paid professional subscriptions and full training support

Location

Based in Newquay, Cornwall – easily commutable from:
Truro | St Austell | Wadebridge | Bodmin | Redruth

How to Apply

Please send your CV in strict confidence to Giselle Whitton at CV Screen.

Alternate Job Titles

• Client Manager – Accountancy Practice

• Senior Accountant – Practice

• Portfolio Manager – Accounting

• Accountant – Chartered Firm