Semi Senior Accountant
W Talent
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Job summary
W Talent Finance is partnering with a well‑established accountancy practice in Buxton to recruit a Semi Senior Accountant. You will support a diverse client base across accounts, audit and taxation while gaining structured training and full study support.
The role offers 37.5 hours per week with flexible core hours, competitive salary (28,000–30,000) and a range of benefits, including pension, health plan, and life assurance. This is a great step for career development in practice.
Qualifications
- Currently studying towards AAT, ACA or ACCA, or have completed a relevant accounting‑related degree.
- Minimum of 2 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice environment.
- Experience with accounting software such as Sage 50, Xero, QuickBooks or Iris would be advantageous.
- Knowledge of MyWorkPapers and BrightPay would be beneficial.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills.
- Good communication skills with the confidence to liaise with clients.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proactive, self‑motivated and keen to continue developing professionally.
Responsibilities
- Support the management of a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors.
- Prepare company financial statements and accounts.
- Produce interim management accounts.
- Prepare personal tax returns.
- Prepare partnership accounts and tax returns.
- Complete quarterly VAT returns.
- Provide bookkeeping support for clients.
- Assist with audit assignments and related documentation.
- Attend client meetings and build relationships with directors and business owners.
- Support the training and development of junior team members and apprentices.
- Assist with company secretarial duties, P11Ds and payroll activities where required.
- Complete general accountancy and administrative tasks as required.
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Job description
Buxton
28,000 - 30,000 + Benefits
W Talent Finance is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to placing high‑calibre accounting professionals across both practice and commerce & industry markets worldwide. With a deep understanding of the finance landscape, we support clients ranging from leading professional services firms to established regional practices and multi-service professional groups, delivering tailored talent solutions that drive business performance.
We are partnering with a well‑established, multi‑service accountancy and professional services firm with a strong regional presence and an excellent reputation for delivering trusted advice to businesses and individuals.
With a multi‑office structure and a sizeable professional workforce, the business operates at scale while maintaining a strong focus on collaboration, consistency, and delivering high‑quality outcomes for its clients.
The organisation promotes a people‑focused environment built around shared values of professionalism, teamwork, and integrity. It places emphasis on creating a supportive and inclusive culture where individuals are encouraged to develop, take ownership of their work, and progress within a high‑performing but approachable team environment.
As a Semi Senior Accountant, you will join an expanding accountancy practice team, supporting a diverse portfolio of clients and working alongside experienced accountants and professionals.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within practice, gaining exposure across accounts, audit and taxation while receiving structured training and full study support. You will play an important role in delivering high‑quality client services while continuing to build your technical knowledge and professional experience.
- Support the management of a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors
- Prepare company financial statements and accounts
- Produce interim management accounts
- Prepare personal tax returns
- Prepare partnership accounts and tax returns
- Complete quarterly VAT returns
- Provide bookkeeping support for clients
- Assist with audit assignments and related documentation
- Attend client meetings and build relationships with directors and business owners
- Support the training and development of junior team members and apprentices
- Assist with company secretarial duties, P11Ds and payroll activities where required
- Complete general accountancy and administrative tasks as required
- Currently studying towards AAT, ACA or ACCA, or have completed a relevant accounting‑related degree
- Minimum of 2 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice environment
- Experience with accounting software such as Sage 50, Xero, QuickBooks or Iris would be advantageous
- Knowledge of MyWorkPapers and BrightPay would be beneficial
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills
- Good communication skills with the confidence to liaise with clients
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Proactive, self‑motivated and keen to continue developing professionally
- Strong commitment to delivering excellent client service
- Competitive salary of 28,000 - 30,000, depending on experience
- Full study support for professional qualifications
- 37.5 hours per week with flexible working around core hours
- 33 days holiday including bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
- Pension scheme with salary sacrifice option
- Health Cash Plan (Level 1)
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Eye test support
- Social events and staff engagement activities
- Payment of professional memberships
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking or onsite parking options
- Employee incentives and referral schemes
- Staff discounts across a range of professional and personal services
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