Semi Senior Accountant

Recruitment Solutions; Cheam; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitment Solutions in the UK is seeking a Semi Senior Accountant to join a forward-thinking chartered accountancy firm in Cheam.

The role focuses on year-end statutory accounts, bookkeeping with cloud software such as Xero, QuickBooks and Sage, VAT and tax returns, audits support, and progress toward ACCA qualifications in a collaborative team.

You'll work Monday to Friday, with training and development opportunities and a supportive environment that values professional growth.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified with AAT/ACA/ACCA or pursuing professional qualifications.
• Some practice experience and willingness to study towards ACCA.
• Based within 1 hour commute of Eastbourne.

Responsibilities

• Assist with year-end statutory accounts for Ltd, sole traders and partnerships.
• Support bookkeeping using cloud software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage).
• Reconcile bank statements, ledgers and control accounts.
• Assist on audits when needed.
• Prepare VAT returns and submit to HMRC.
• Assist with tax returns.
• Liaise with clients to request information or resolve queries.
• Help prepare management accounts and maintain client records.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT returns

Management accounts

Audits

Tax returns

Client liaison

Education

ACCA/ACA/AAT studies

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Build your accounting career at a forward-thinking chartered accountancy firm that invests in your professional development and offers genuine progression opportunities.

Join a leading chartered accountancy firm in Cheam where professional growth and career development are prioritised.

Grow your career today! Well-established firm with excellent training programme

• Are you part-qualified AAT/ACA/ACCA (or similar) and looking for your next challenge?
• Are you ready to expand your career and seeking a supportive and welcoming workplace environment?

If so, read on and apply today.

Whether you're already in a Semi Senior role and seeking a change or an Accounts Assistant ready to step up - We want to hear from you

Overview

A highly reputable and modern firm of Chartered Accountants in Cheam is seeking a Semi Senior Accountant to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a collaborative environment while working towards your qualifications.

This role is full-time Monday-Friday.

Salary depends on experience/qualifications. Higher salaries can be discussed.

Duties

• Assisting with the preparation of year-end statutory accounts for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships
• Supporting with bookkeeping tasks using cloud software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)
• Reconciling bank statements, ledgers, and control accounts
• Supporting on audits when needed
• Preparing VAT returns and submitting to HMRC
• Assisting with tax returns
• Liaising with clients to request information or resolve queries
• Helping with the preparation of management accounts
• Maintaining accurate client records and files
• Attending training sessions and working towards ACCA qualifications if needed
• Supporting senior/junior staff with ad hoc administrative or financial tasks

What we're looking for

A successful candidate will have some practice experience and live within a 1hr commute of Eastbourne.

If you're seeing this ad, the position is still open - but likely not for long