Semi-Senior Accountant

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd; Cottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexitime scheme

Hybrid working

Study support for qualifications

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd is seeking a hands-on Semi-Senior Accountant in Cottingham, England. The role sits between senior management and trainees, reviewing work, managing client portfolios, and supporting junior staff development.

You will manage about 40 clients, prepare year-end accounts and corporation tax, personal tax and VAT returns, CIS and payroll matters, and act as the main client contact while guiding a small team. Flexible and hybrid working available.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a varied client portfolio independently.
• Willingness to mentor juniors and support professional development.
• Experience in a professional accountancy environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of approximately 40 clients.
• Prepare year-end accounts and corporation tax returns.
• Prepare personal tax and VAT returns.
• Deal with CIS and payroll matters.
• Review work by junior staff and trainees, ensuring accuracy.
• Act as primary client contact and maintain strong relationships.
• Support junior team members and assist with their development.
• Assist with Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance and software implementation.

Skills

Communication

Client relationships

Mentoring juniors

Time management

Education

ACA/ACCA/AAT or QBE

Job description

Semi-Senior Accountant (RW447750K) Cottingham, England

Salary: GBP30000 - GBP35000 per annum + Flexi Working

Semi-Senior Accountant

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Working Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm (one-hour lunch break)
Core Hours: 10:30am – 2:30pm
Working Pattern: Primarily office-based, with flexible and hybrid working available depending on workload and individual circumstances.

About the Role

Our client is a well-established independent accountancy practice with a friendly team of approximately 15 employees, specialising in providing tailored accountancy services to small businesses.

They are seeking a hands-on Semi-Senior Accountant to join the team and fill a key position within the business.

Sitting between the senior management team and AAT trainees, the successful candidate will play an important role in reviewing work, managing client portfolios, and supporting the development of junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of approximately 40 clients.

Prepare year-end accounts and corporation tax returns.

Prepare personal tax returns and VAT returns.

Deal with CIS and payroll matters.

Review work completed by junior staff and trainees, ensuring accuracy and quality.

Act as a primary point of contact for clients, handling day-to-day queries and maintaining strong relationships.

Support and mentor junior team members, providing guidance on technical queries and assisting with their development.

Assist clients with Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance and accounting software implementation.

Experience & Requirements

Previous experience within an accountancy practice environment.

Good working knowledge of VAT, CIS, payroll, year-end accounts and personal tax.

Ability to manage a varied client portfolio independently.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to build long-term client relationships.

Willingness to support and mentor junior team members.

Qualifications

ACA, ACCA or AAT part-qualified, fully qualified, or qualified by experience (QBE).

Study support available for candidates currently completing professional qualifications.

Working Pattern & Flexibility

Standard hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm with a one-hour lunch break.

Core hours: 10:30am – 2:30pm.

Flexitime scheme allowing employees to accrue up to five flexi-days to use throughout the year.

Primarily office-based to encourage collaboration and provide support to junior staff.

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements available depending on workload and individual circumstances.

Additional flexibility may be considered for candidates with longer commutes.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

28 days annual leave including bank holidays.

Opportunities to earn additional leave through the flexitime scheme.

Full financial and practical support for ongoing professional qualifications, including ACA, ACCA or CTA studies.