Qualified Accountant

Autograph Recruitment; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Qualified Accountant to join a growing practice in Gloucester. The ideal candidate will be fully qualified (ACCA/ACA), with a strong background in accounting software and client management. This role offers opportunities for progression in a supportive environment, managing accounting queries, and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA).
• Experience in practice preferred, strong industry background considered.
• Confident working directly with clients.

Responsibilities

• Preparing year-end financial statements for clients.
• Managing VAT returns and tax computations.
• Supporting clients with accounting queries and business advice.
• Assisting with audits and ensuring compliance.
• Mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Client management

Detail-oriented

Team mentoring

Knowledge of accounting software

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA)

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Title: Qualified Accountant

Location: Gloucester

Salary: Up to £45,000

Are you a qualified accountant looking for your next career move? Autograph are working with a well-established and growing practice based in Gloucester who are looking to add a confident, detail-oriented accountant to their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive environment with real scope for progression, flexibility, and the chance to make a real impact.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Preparing year-end financial statements for a range of clients
• Managing VAT returns, tax computations, and corporation tax
• Supporting clients with general accounting queries and business advice
• Assisting with audits (if relevant) and ensuring compliance with regulations
• Mentoring junior team members and reviewing work where needed

What We're Looking For:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA)
• Practice experience preferred, but strong industry background also considered
• Confident working directly with clients and managing workloads independently
• Strong knowledge of accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage, QuickBooks)

Next steps

If this sounds like the opportunity for you please call Laura Powell on 01454 550883 or email [e-mail].