Semi-Senior Accountant

Butler Rose Ltd; Bedford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Study support

Close-knit firm

Software training

Job summary

Butler Rose Ltd in Bedford is seeking a Semi-Senior Accountant for a long-established Chartered Certified accountancy practice. The role offers exposure across accounts, tax, bookkeeping and VAT, with a competitive salary up to £34,000 and study support.

You will work on year‑end statutory accounts, VAT and personal tax returns, and bookkeeping under Making Tax Digital, using Xero, QuickBooks and Sage. ACA/ACCA studier with 2+ years UK practice experience preferred, along with strong Excel

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA studier with 2+ years in UK practice.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts for various entities.
• Working knowledge of VAT and personal tax compliance.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting software (Xero/QuickBooks/Sage).

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end statutory accounts for a range of clients and business entities.
• Prepare VAT returns, personal tax returns and related compliance work.
• Complete bookkeeping assignments in line with Making Tax Digital requirements.
• Maintain accurate accounting records, reconciliations and client files.
• Respond to client queries relating to bookkeeping, accounts, tax and financial processes.
• Assist with onboarding and integration, escalating issues to managers where appropriate.
• Manage assignments against deadlines, budgets and fee expectations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Independence

Education

ACA/ ACCA studier

AAT qualified

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Semi-Senior Accountant – Mid-tier Accountancy Practice

Bedford

Up to £34,000

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a long-established Chartered Certified Accountancy firm in Bedford with the recruitment of a Semi-Senior Accountant.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA or ACCA studier with at least two + years experience in a UK practice to join a close-knit team providing accounts, tax, bookkeeping and VAT services to a varied client base. The role offers broad exposure across accounting and tax work, alongside opportunities to develop your technical and client management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end statutory accounts for a range of clients and business entities
• Prepare VAT returns, personal tax returns and related compliance work
• Complete bookkeeping assignments in line with Making Tax Digital requirements
• Maintain accurate accounting records, reconciliations and client files
• Respond to client queries relating to bookkeeping, accounts, tax and financial processes
• Support client onboarding and integration, escalating issues to managers where appropriate
• Manage assignments against agreed deadlines, budgets and fee expectations
• Monitor budgets, record time accurately and maintain workflow and practice management systems
• Assist with taxation matters and ad hoc accounting and tax projects
• Use a range of accounting and practice software, including Xero, QuickBooks and Sage
• Complete relevant technical and software training and contribute to improvements in systems, processes and client service

Key Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years experience within an accountancy practice
• Studying towards ACA, ACCA or minimum AAT qualified
• Experience preparing statutory accounts for a range of business entities
• Working knowledge of VAT and personal tax complianceStrong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Xero, QuickBooks and Sage
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and use initiative

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and study support
• Opportunity to join a long-established and close-knit accountancy practice
• Broad exposure across accounts, tax, bookkeeping and VAT
• Development through technical and software training
• Opportunity to work with a varied client base
• Supportive environment with consistent client contact

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.