Semi-Senior Accountant, Practice

Your new company

Are you an experienced Practice Accountant looking to join a friendly, forward-thinking accountancy firm where your contribution will be genuinely valued?

Hays Accountancy & Finance is delighted to be working with a well-established and growing independent accountancy practice in Teesside, seeking a Semi-Senior Accountant to join their supportive and collaborative team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their career within practice, working closely with a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses across a variety of sectors.

Your new role

As a Semi-Senior Accountant, you will take ownership of a portfolio of clients, building strong relationships whilst delivering a broad range of accountancy and advisory services.

You'll work alongside experienced professionals in a business that truly values flexibility, professional development and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation and review of statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
• Completion of VAT returns and corporation tax computations.
• Preparation of self-assessment and partnership tax returns.
• Supporting bookkeeping activities and reviewing financial records.
• Ensuring Companies House and HMRC filing deadlines are met.
• Managing and developing relationships with a portfolio of clients.
• Acting as a key point of contact for client queries and providing proactive support.
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team.
• Working closely with senior management to deliver exceptional client service.

What you'll need to succeed About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally possess:

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment.
• ACA, ACCA or AAT qualification, part-qualification, or be qualified by experience.
• Experience preparing year-end accounts and tax returns.
• Strong knowledge of VAT and corporation tax compliance.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• The ability to manage your own workload and prioritise effectively.
• Experience using accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or similar cloud-based systems.
• A positive, proactive attitude and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

What you'll get in return What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary dependent upon experience.
• Performance-related bonus opportunities.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Funded professional development and ongoing training.
• Free on-site parking.
• Friendly, supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression and development.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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