Senior Practice Accountant — 9-5, No Overtime, Progression

Square Peg Associates; Bolton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £40,000

Progression pathway

Friendly, collaborative working culture

Job summary

A growing accountancy firm in Bolton is seeking a Semi-Senior/Senior Accountant to join its dynamic team. The role involves preparing accounts, managing VAT returns, and working closely with clients. Ideal candidates will possess AAT qualification or be studying towards it, with at least 3 years of experience in an accountancy environment. With a competitive salary up to £40,000, this full-time position offers a supportive culture focused on personal and professional development.

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or currently studying towards further exams or QBE.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an accountancy practice environment.
• Confident communicator with a professional manner.
• Able to manage workload independently while working well in a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Enthusiastic and proactive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for various clients.
• Complete and submit VAT returns.
• Process and review financial data.
• Assist with tax computation information.
• Manage sales and purchase ledgers.
• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and control account reviews.
• Work with cloud-based accounting software.
• Support colleagues to meet deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with clients.

Skills

AAT qualified or studying towards further exams

3 years’ experience within an accountancy practice

Confident communicator

Strong attention to detail

Organisational skills

Tools

Xero

Dext

Job description

A growing accountancy firm in Bolton is seeking a Semi-Senior/Senior Accountant to join its dynamic team. The role involves preparing accounts, managing VAT returns, and working closely with clients. Ideal candidates will possess AAT qualification or be studying towards it, with at least 3 years of experience in an accountancy environment. With a competitive salary up to £40,000, this full-time position offers a supportive culture focused on personal and professional development.