Semi AND Senior Accountants

JGR Recruit; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

JGR Recruit is seeking Semi Senior Accountant and Senior Accountant for a growing accountancy practice in Maidstone. You will work across a broad client portfolio, with early client-facing and advisory exposure, and no audit work.

The roles focus on statutory accounts, management accounts, corporation tax, and tax returns, with potential progression to advisory client relationships within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts preparation and tax.
• Comfort communicating directly with clients.
• Interest in developing advisory skills and technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and review of statutory accounts
• Preparation of management accounts
• Corporation tax compliance
• Preparation of tax returns
• Reviewing work by offshore team members
• Advisory support and direct client communication
• Supporting clients with accounting queries and business advice

Skills

Client communication

Advisory skills

Technical accounting

Relationship building

Education

ACCA in progress

AAT qualification

Tools

Xero

IRIS

CCH

Job description

Semi Senior Accountant / Senior Accountant

Overview

We are looking for a Semi Senior Accountant and a Senior Accountant to join a growing accountancy practice. Both roles offer exposure to a broad and varied client portfolio, with the opportunity to become client-facing and advisory-focused early in your career.

These are excellent opportunities for individuals looking to develop their technical expertise, build strong client relationships and take on greater responsibility within a supportive team environment.

Client Portfolio

You will work with a diverse range of clients across multiple sectors, including some niche industries. The portfolio primarily consists of established businesses requiring a wide range of accounting services, rather than sole traders.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation and review of statutory accounts
• Preparation of management accounts
• Corporation tax compliance
• Preparation of tax returns
• Reviewing work completed by offshore team members
• Communicating directly with clients and providing advisory support
• Supporting clients with accounting queries and business advice

Please note: There is no audit work involved in either role.

Client Interaction

Client contact is a significant part of both positions. You will be encouraged to develop strong client relationships early in your career and progress towards an advisory-focused role.

Candidates should be comfortable communicating with clients via email and telephone, attending meetings and building relationships through face-to-face interactions.

Team Structure and Responsibilities

The wider office consists of approximately 25 employees.

The Senior Accountant will be expected to review the work of approximately two to three trainees but will not be required to formally manage a team. Experienced Semi Senior Accountants may also have opportunities to review work as they develop within the role.

Both positions offer the opportunity to take on increased responsibility and progress professionally.

Candidate Profile - Semi Senior Accountant

• Ideally studying towards or nearing completion of the ACCA qualification
• AAT-qualified candidates will also be considered
• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice
• Experience across accounts preparation and tax
• Comfortable communicating directly with clients
• Keen to continue developing technical knowledge and advisory skills

Candidate Profile - Senior Accountant

• Fully ACCA-qualified or qualified by experience (QBE)
• Strong background within an accountancy practice
• Experience reviewing work completed by junior team members
• Confident communicating directly with clients and handling queries
• Strong technical knowledge across accounts preparation and tax
• Previous formal people management experience is not required

Technical Environment

Experience with the following software would be beneficial:

• Xero
• IRIS for accounts production
• CCH for timesheets and billing

Key Attributes

We are looking for individuals who combine strong technical capability with the right personality and approach.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Natural curiosity and an inquisitive mindset
• A willingness to challenge themselves and continue learning
• Strong relationship-building skills
• A collaborative and team-focused approach
• A genuine interest in developing client relationships and providing valuable advice

Progression and Development

Both roles offer excellent opportunities for professional development, particularly for individuals who want to become trusted client advisors.

You will gain exposure to increasingly complex work, greater client responsibility and opportunities to take on review duties as you progress