Full job descriptionAre you an experienced accountant looking to develop your career within a friendly, established accountancy practice?
We are working with a well-established independent accountancy firm with over 40 years of experience supporting small and medium-sized businesses across a diverse range of sectors.
Due to continued growth, the firm is looking for a Semi-Senior Accountant to join its Horsham office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice professional, whether AAT qualified, ACA/ACCA part-qualified, fully qualified or qualified by experience, to take ownership of a varied client portfolio and develop their technical and client management skills.
The role Working closely with colleagues and clients, your responsibilities will include:
*Preparing statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
*Managing day-to-day bookkeeping using cloud-based accounting software.
*Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
*Assisting with management accounts and financial reporting.
*Preparing personal and corporation tax returns.
*Supporting clients with tax compliance and general accounting queries.
*Building strong client relationships and providing a responsive, professional service.
*Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
*Assisting with company incorporations and other business administration as required.
The role offers exposure to a broad range of accounting and taxation work, with the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility as your experience develops.
About you You will ideally have:
*Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
*Good knowledge of bookkeeping, accounts preparation and VAT returns.
*An understanding of UK taxation and statutory compliance.
*Experience using accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or similar.
*Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
*The ability to manage multiple client deadlines effectively.
*Confident communication skills and a client-focused approach.
*A proactive attitude and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team.
Qualifications AAT qualified, ACA/ACCA part-qualified, fully qualified or qualified by experience candidates will all be considered. Practical accountancy practice experience and a willingness to develop are particularly important.
What’s on offer? *Competitive salary based on experience.
*A varied portfolio of clients across different industries.
*A friendly, supportive working environment.
*Ongoing training and professional development.
*Opportunities for career progression and increased responsibility.
*A stable, established practice with an excellent track record.
If you’re looking for a varied practice role where you can build client relationships, broaden your technical experience and progress your career, we’d love to hear from you.