Practice Accountant (Horsham)

About the company

Are 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:

Your tasks

• 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:

Requirements

• 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?

What we 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.

How to apply

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.