Semi-Senior Accountant: Client-Focused Hybrid Role

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd is seeking a Semi-Senior Accountant to join its Stoke-on-Trent team. The role covers accounts, tax, VAT and client requirements, with direct client contact and progression towards Senior Accountant or Client Manager.

You will support SMEs and owner-managed businesses, work with senior colleagues, and gain broader exposure within a closely-knit practice. Hybrid/flexible working may be discussed.

Qualifications

• Recent UK accountancy practice experience.
• Practical accounts preparation experience.
• Experience with limited companies, sole traders or partnerships.
• Knowledge of Corporation Tax, VAT and compliance.
• Confident communicating directly with clients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships.
• Prepare Corporation Tax computations and returns.
• Assist with Personal Tax Returns.
• Prepare VAT Returns and reconciliations.
• Produce management accounts where required.
• Liaise with clients to obtain information and answer queries.
• Support junior colleagues where appropriate.

Skills

UK accountancy practice

Accounts preparation

Limited companies/SMEs

Tax & VAT compliance

Client communication

Organisation & detail

Deadline management

Cloud accounting software

Proactive collaborator

Tech & client management

Education

AAT/ACCA/ACA study

Qualified by experience

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd is seeking a Semi-Senior Accountant to join its Stoke-on-Trent team. The role covers accounts, tax, VAT and client requirements, with direct client contact and progression towards Senior Accountant or Client Manager.

You will support SMEs and owner-managed businesses, work with senior colleagues, and gain broader exposure within a closely-knit practice. Hybrid/flexible working may be discussed.