Practice Accountant / Client Manager

Job Description:

Practice Accountant / Client Manager

Company Description

Growth Accountants is a rapidly expanding professional accounting firm located in Reading.

We're dedicated to enhancing business owner satisfaction by:

• Delivering high-quality work
• Always meeting deadlines
• Responding quickly to client queries
• Offering proactive advice at competitive prices

Our clients rely on us as an extension of their own team. By deeply understanding their goals and objectives, we provide tailored services including advanced reporting, tax planning, pension and wealth support, corporate finance, and strategic business advice.

Role Description

We are seeking a Practice Accountant with at least 2 years' practice experience to join our fast-paced team.

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Theale, with the option to work from home one day per week after probation. You will manage your own portfolio of clients, delivering accounts, tax returns, and VAT, while also supporting advisory work for business owners.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career, with plenty of exposure to a wide range of clients and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and finalise year-end accounts for limited companies and sole traders
• Prepare corporation tax computations (CT600s)
• Complete and review self-assessment tax returns, including advising on payments on account and dividend planning
• Review bookkeeping data and prepare VAT returns (standard, flat-rate, and partial-exemption)
• Assist with the preparation of management accounts, cashflow forecasts, and budgets for client meetings
• Liaise directly with clients, answering queries and providing proactive advice
• Ensure work is completed on time and to a high standard

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 2 years' practice experience
• Strong understanding of financial statements and tax compliance
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to build client relationships
• Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA) preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary (up to £48k) with performance incentives
• Hybrid working: 1 day per week from home after probation
• Full study support for ACCA/ACA qualifications
• Private health care, free gym membership, eye care contributions, and dental cover post-probation
• Modern office with free parking, premium coffee, and a supportive team
• Ongoing career development with clear progression opportunities

Why join us?

You'll be joining a modern, ambitious, tech savvy firm where your career growth is taken seriously.

Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:

• UK accounting: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person