Accounts Semi Senior

Posted 5 days 21 hours ago by AJ Chambers

£26,000 - £32,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Essex, Southend-on-sea, United Kingdom, SS1 1
Job Description

Accounts Semi-Senior

Salary: £26,000-£32,000

Working Arrangements: Full Time Flexible and Hybrid Working

Location: Southend-on-Sea

Role Description

A well-established independent accountancy practice in Southend is looking to add an Accounts Semi-Senior to its growing team.

This is a broad general practice position supporting a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses, including sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.

You'll be involved in accounts preparation, VAT, corporation tax and self-assessment work, with the opportunity to build stronger relationships with clients as you develop. The firm offers a friendly, modern working environment with plenty of support and scope to progress.

What's in it for you?

  • Up to two days working from home after probation
  • Flexible working hours
  • Christmas shutdown
  • Annual salary review
  • AAT or ACCA study package available
  • Paid professional subscriptions
  • Regular social events
  • Progression opportunities within the firm

What you'll do

  • Prepare year-end accounts for a varied client portfolio
  • Complete VAT returns and bookkeeping reviews
  • Prepare corporation tax and personal tax returns
  • Assist clients with digital accounting and MTD
  • Deal with routine client queries
  • Communicate with clients to obtain records and resolve queries
  • Work closely with senior colleagues and managers
  • Help support less-experienced team members when required

What you'll need

  • Around 2-3 years' experience within an accountancy practice
  • AAT qualified, part-qualified or studying towards Level 4
  • Experience working with sole traders and limited companies
  • A comfortable and professional approach to client communication
  • Further professional study is welcomed but not essential

Ready to apply?

If you're looking for an Accounts Semi-Senior role offering varied work, flexibility and the opportunity to develop your client-facing experience, please apply directly with your CV or contact Scott Golding at AJ Chambers for a confidential discussion.