Semi Senior Accountant

We Are Workforce Ltd; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Bromsgrove seeks a Bookkeeper to prepare year-end accounts and conduct general bookkeeping for a variety of clients. Ideal for candidates pursuing accountancy qualifications, the role offers competitive salary packages, remote work opportunities, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Company pension contributions of 3%

21 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

One volunteer day per year for community service

Up to 2 days per week WFH after probation

Monthly team lunch sponsored by Pinfields

Access to a vibrant social calendar

Qualifications

• Experience in effective communication with clients.
• Ability to prioritize in a busy environment.
• Managing client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of draft accounts for sole traders and partnerships.
• General bookkeeping, including processing invoices and reconciliations.
• Preparation of VAT returns up to draft stage.

Skills

Effective communication with clients

Managing deadlines

Working collaboratively within a team

Strong attention to detail

Education

Studying towards a Chartered accountancy qualification (ACCA, CA, ICAEW)

Job description

Our Values

Be a great team player, building genuine relationships. Always forward-thinking and professional. These values lead us to our core purpose: supporting our team, our business, and our clients to be the best they can be.

At Pinfields, we believe our values should be more than buzzwords; they should be lived daily. We aim to create a happy work environment and attract the right clients by embodying these principles.

As part of our commitment to building genuine relationships, we believe transparency is vital. Therefore, we have provided detailed information about the role and our expectations.

Job Role

The role primarily involves preparing year-end accounts and general bookkeeping for review by client managers and senior managers.

The responsibilities include:

1. Preparation of draft accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
2. General bookkeeping, including processing sales and purchase invoices, bank transactions, and reconciliations
3. Preparation of VAT returns up to draft stage
4. Attending client meetings
5. Potential collaboration with our Audit team for additional experience
6. Handling ad-hoc client queries
7. Training and mentoring junior team members

This is a key role within the business. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to prioritize in a busy environment while managing client expectations.

Role Requirements

The ideal candidate will have experience in:

• Effective communication with clients
• Managing deadlines
• Liaising with senior management
• Working collaboratively within a team
• Strong attention to detail

The candidate should be studying towards a Chartered accountancy qualification (ACCA, CA, ICAEW). A full UK driving license is preferred due to job requirements.

This role suits someone looking to gain in-depth experience across a broader client base within a larger firm.

Remuneration

The package includes:

• An annual salary of £20,000-£32,000, dependent on study progress and exams passed, with pay increases linked to exam success throughout the year
• Company pension contributions of 3%
• 21 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, plus 2 additional days off at set times
• One volunteer day per year for community service
• After probation, up to 2 days per week WFH, booked in advance
• Monthly team lunch sponsored by Pinfields
• Access to a vibrant social calendar, optional participation