Semi Senior Accountant

Marslands Accountants Limited; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Plymouth seeks an enthusiastic accounts senior. This full-time role requires 3-5 years of practical experience and involves preparing rental accounts and personal tax returns. The position is ideal for someone returning to work, offering full training in current practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience, practice preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong technical knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare rental accounts for multiple years.
• Involved in tax returns for a variety of clients.
• Be part of the Marslands Let Property Campaign team.

Skills

Good accounts experience

Working knowledge of personal tax

Flexible

Organised

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified by experience or part/fully qualified accountant

Tools

Xero

Quickbooks

Sageone

Tax software

Job description

Are you experienced in accounts or tax and are looking for a new challenge?

Minimum 3-5 years’ experience, practice preferred

The staff at Marslands are looking for a friendly individual with an accountancy background to complete our accountancy practice in Plympton, Plymouth. Marslands offer a variety of accountancy and tax services to local businesses and believe in the personal touch.

Due to expansion, a vacancy for a full time accounts senior has arisen, for someone who is an enthusiastic, reliable person. The position would suit somebody returning to work, as we are happy to give full training in current practices and tax to the right candidate.

Your main role will be to learn and be a part of the Marslands Let Property Campaign team, preparing the rental accounts for multiple years. You will also be involved in the preparation of a variety of accounts for sole traders and limited companies but also rental accounts and personal tax returns for a variety of clients. As we are a small, hands on practice, the role is likely to have a much wider variety.

The ideal candidate should be qualified by experience and/or a part qualified or qualified accountant with experience in property accounts. They should be able to work using their own initiative, be able to follow clear, concise instructions and be methodical.

Practical Experience and Skills

• 3 to 5 years’ practical experience preferably within practice
• Good accounts experience including Debtors, Creditors, HP, WIP, Journals etc
• Working knowledge of personal tax, corporation tax, PAYE, VAT and CGT
• Working knowledge of tax software preferable
• Strong technical knowledge and skills
• Microsoft Office knowledge (Excel, Word and Outlook)
• Knowledge of Cloud accounting software, e.g. Xero, Quickbooks, Sageone
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Organised
• Flexible
• Attention to detail
• Forward thinking
• Easily motivated
• The salary is negotiable depending on experience and qualifications

Closing date for applications – 16th June 2025

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £26,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 16/06/2025

Expected start date: 23/06/2025