Semi Senior Accountant – Study Support & Flexible Hours

W Talent; Buxton; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Eye test support

Cycle to work

Free parking

Job summary

W Talent is actively seeking a Semi Senior Accountant in Buxton to join a well-established accountancy practice. You will support a diverse portfolio of clients across accounts, audit and taxation while developing technical expertise and professional credentials.

The role offers full study support, a competitive salary, 37.5 hours per week with flexible core hours, and a comprehensive benefits package including holidays, pension, health plan, life assurance and parking.

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards AAT, ACA or ACCA, or have completed a relevant accounting-related degree
• Minimum of 2 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice environment
• Experience with accounting software such as Sage 50, Xero, QuickBooks or Iris would be advantageous
• Knowledge of MyWorkPapers and BrightPay would be beneficial
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills
• Good communication skills with the confidence to liaise with clients
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Proactive, self-motivated and keen to continue developing professionally
• Strong commitment to delivering excellent client service

Responsibilities

• Support the management of a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors
• Prepare company financial statements and accounts
• Produce interim management accounts
• Prepare personal tax returns
• Prepare partnership accounts and tax returns
• Complete quarterly VAT returns
• Provide bookkeeping support for clients
• Assist with audit assignments and related documentation
• Attend client meetings and build relationships with directors and business owners
• Support the training and development of junior team members and apprentices
• Assist with company secretarial duties, P11Ds and payroll activities where required
• Complete general accountancy and administrative tasks as required

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Client liaison

Education

AAT/ACA/ACCA in progress or accounting degree

Tools

Sage 50

Xero

QuickBooks

Iris

Job description

W Talent is actively seeking a Semi Senior Accountant in Buxton to join a well-established accountancy practice. You will support a diverse portfolio of clients across accounts, audit and taxation while developing technical expertise and professional credentials.

The role offers full study support, a competitive salary, 37.5 hours per week with flexible core hours, and a comprehensive benefits package including holidays, pension, health plan, life assurance and parking.