Semi-Senior Accountant

Butler Rose Ltd; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable accountancy practice in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a Semi-Senior Accountant to manage client portfolios and prepare accounts while utilizing modern cloud accounting software. This position offers a supportive environment with structured training and opportunities for career progression. Benefits include hybrid working after training and health insurance. The ideal candidate will be a qualified or part-qualified accountant with experience in practice and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Health insurance

Mobile phone

Social events

Structured development support

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant with a focus on client service.
• Experience managing a client portfolio in accountancy practice.
• Confident with cloud accounting software like Xero.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors.
• Prepare year-end accounts, personal tax returns, and VAT returns.
• Support clients using cloud-based software.

Skills

Client portfolio management

Strong technical grounding in accounts and tax

Cloud accounting tools (Xero)

Excellent communication skills

Organised and proactive work ethic

Education

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA preferred)

Tools

Engager

Xero

TaxCalc

Job description

Semi-Senior Accountant - Growing Accountancy Practice

Hemel Hempstead (Hybrid)
£32,000 to £38,500 DOE

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be partnering with a highly reputable and people-focused accountancy firm based in Hemel Hempstead, who are now seeking an experienced Accountant to join their collaborative and well-established team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm that truly values its people - offering a calm, friendly working environment, a loyal and high-quality client portfolio, clear responsibilities, and genuine career progression supported by structured training and full study support.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage your own portfolio of clients across a broad range of sectors
• Prepare year-end accounts, personal tax returns, and VAT returns
• Support clients using modern cloud software, primarily Engager, Xero and TaxCalc
• Optional involvement in CIS returns, P11Ds and bookkeeping
• Deliver a high-quality, professional service and build strong client relationships
• Work closely with the wider team to contribute to a positive, collaborative culture

(Note: no audit work; payroll handled separately.)

Key Requirements

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA preferred)
• Experience managing your own client portfolio in practice
• Strong technical grounding across accounts and tax
• Confident using cloud-based accounting tools, Xero preferred
• A team-player with excellent communication skills
• Organised, proactive, and committed to delivering great client service

What You’ll Get

• Hybrid working after initial training
• 8:30am - 4:30pm working pattern to support work-life balance
• Additional benefits such as health insurance, mobile phone & social events (based on length of service)
• Supportive, friendly, people-first environment
• A clear role defined responsibilities and progression
• Full study package and structured development
• Regular performance reviews and feedback

Interested?

If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with Demetria Petropoulos to find out more - 016 1388 5710/d . petropoulos @ butlerrose . com

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