Semi Senior Accountant

Pro Talent; Hove; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full study support for AAT / ACCA / ACA

Modern offices

Supportive team culture

Job summary

A well-established accountancy practice in Southampton is seeking a Semi Senior Accountant to support a varied portfolio of clients. The ideal candidate will be part-qualified in AAT, ACCA, or ACA, with 2+ years of experience in accountancy practice. The role offers a hybrid working model and full study support, along with opportunities for career progression within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified AAT / ACA / ACCA or QBE.
• At least 2 years' experience in an accountancy practice.
• Solid understanding of UK accounting and tax principles.

Responsibilities

• Preparing year-end accounts for SMEs and owner-managed businesses.
• Drafting corporation tax computations and VAT returns.
• Supporting management accounts preparation and bookkeeping tasks.
• Liaising with clients to gather records and resolve queries.
• Maintaining client relationships and delivering excellent service.

Skills

Part-qualified AAT / ACA / ACCA or QBE

2 years' experience in an accountancy practice

Solid understanding of UK accounting and tax principles

Experience using software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, or CCH

Confident communicator

Detail-oriented

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

CCH

Job description

Location: Southampton
Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid Working Available
Salary: £26,000 – £35,000 (depending on experience & qualifications)
Study support available (ACCA / ACA / AAT)

A well-established and growing accountancy practice in Southampton is looking to recruit a proactive and ambitious Semi Senior Accountant to join their friendly team. This is a great opportunity for someone working towards their ACCA, ACA, or AAT qualification, who wants to gain broad client exposure, take on increasing responsibility, and progress their career in practice.

The Role:

You'll be working within the accounts and tax team, supporting a varied portfolio of clients including limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships across a range of industries.

Key responsibilities:

• Preparing year-end accounts for SMEs and owner-managed businesses

• Drafting corporation tax computations and VAT returns

• Supporting management accounts preparation and bookkeeping tasks

• Assisting with audit fieldwork (if applicable to your skillset)

• Liaising with clients to gather records and resolve queries

• Supporting senior accountants and managers with ad hoc assignments

• Maintaining client relationships and delivering excellent service

What We're Looking For:

• Part-qualified AAT / ACA / ACCA or QBE

• At least 2 years' experience in an accountancy practice (essential)

• Solid understanding of UK accounting and tax principles

• Experience using software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, or CCH

• Confident communicator with a keen eye for detail

• Enthusiastic about continuing development and progression in practice

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience

• Full study support for AAT / ACCA / ACA

• Hybrid working model

• Regular client contact and excellent variety of work

• Modern offices and a supportive, sociable team culture

• Clear progression routes within the firm

If you're a motivated practice professional looking to join a progressive firm with real career prospects, we'd love to hear from you.