Welsh Speaker Accountant

Siamo Group Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accountancy practice is seeking an Accountant in the County of Gwynedd. The ideal candidate must be a fluent Welsh speaker with the ability to manage various client accounts. This full-time position offers a supportive work environment with flexible hours and generous benefits including professional development opportunities. The role requires proficient use of accounting software and a strong background in practice.

Benefits

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Long-term illness insurance policy

Friendly team environment

Qualifications

• Fluent Welsh speaker essential for engaging with local clients.
• Strong practice background with experience managing client accounts.
• Fully qualified ACA or ACCA accountant or relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients across various sectors.
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts and tax computations.
• Offering proactive tax planning and financial advice.

Skills

Fluent Welsh

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Accounting software (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification or relevant experience

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Overview

Accountant Welsh Speaker – Location: County of Gwynedd – Type: Full-Time, Permanent – Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 (DOE). Siamo Recruitment are currently seeking an Accountant on behalf of a well-established and growing Accountancy practice located in the County of Gwynedd. This full-time, permanent role offers the opportunity to join a close-knit team of professionals delivering a high standard of accountancy services to a varied portfolio of local clients. The ability to communicate fluently in Welsh is essential for this position, due to the client base and the nature of the work. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Accountant looking to excel their career in a supportive and flexible working environment. We will consider candidates who have relevant working experience without the qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients across various sectors, providing end-to-end accountancy services
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts, VAT returns, and tax computations
• Overseeing bookkeeping, management accounts, and payroll tasks as required
• Offering proactive tax planning and financial advice to clients
• Using and supporting junior staff with accounting software such as Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks
• Supporting junior team members and contributing to their development
• Ensuring all financial practices comply with current legislation and industry standard

The Ideal Candidate

• Fully qualified ACA or ACCA accountant or relevant experience
• Strong practice background with experience managing client accounts
• Proficient in the use of accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Fluent Welsh speaker essential for engaging with local clients
• Detail-oriented, organised, and able to work independently or as part of a team

Benefits and Details

• Full-time, Monday to Friday (35 hours per week with flexible hours between 8am-6pm)
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Long-term illness insurance policy
• Friendly, supportive team environment with regular social events
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression

Please contact Leah with your CV if you are interested or would like more information on the role.