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Semi Senior Accountant Job Vacancy
Would you love a varied role with a highly regarded accountancy practice, working closely with clients and further learning from an experienced team?
This Semi Senior job in Southampton is a fantastic opportunity to secure a competitive salary, a full suite of benefits, and a clear path to progression.
If you are studying towards your ACCA or ACA or you are ready to start, this Semi Senior job in Southampton will give you hands on exposure to accountancy support whilst offering full study support.
The successful candidate will be ambitious, a high achiever, an excellent communicator and someone who the existing team will be excited to work alongside.
You will need a good knowledge of accounting software and will be detail focused, as well as being personable, with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients. You will also be pleased to know that this role will involve the opportunity to work for a client portfolio from the point of client introduction, right through to raising the invoice for work completed.
You’ll be supported in your study and your onward professional development will be encouraged and nurtured. The retention and progression of their staff means a lot to this firm.
We are recruiting for this role on a retained basis, and we have a lot of respect for this employer who has an enhanced set of employee values. As such we’re anticipating a significant response to this advert so would invite interested parties to get in touch without delay to find out more.
Job Purpose
- Support a portfolio of clients from a broad range of sectors.
- Statutory and management accounts preparation.
- Preparation of income and expenditure accounts for clients as required.
- Bookkeeping and organisation of accounting records.
- Preparation and submission of VAT returns.
- Preparation and submission of personal and corporate tax returns.
- Provide excellent service to clients by supporting and answering queries.
- Liaising with HMRC.
- Providing work to junior team members and reviewing once completed.
- Work closely with the senior management team, including supporting Partners with projects.
- Contribute to the accountancy firm’s growth by retaining existing clients and building relationships with prospective clients.
- Support the team to streamlined processes, modernise and improve efficiencies.
- Work as part of a team that fosters a supportive and inclusive environment.
About this firm
This reputable accountancy practice in Southampton prides itself on being responsible and generous employers of talented accountants. The team is committed to encouraging staff to seek out new opportunities for clients and your own progression.
The successful candidate will enjoy a fantastic opportunity and the chance to secure a bright future with this client whose employee-centric approach means they are regarded as an employer of choice. This firm is well established, growing, and proud of the depth of experience and knowledge that their team can offer their loyal client base.
Employee Benefits
- £20,000 - £30,000 per annum.
- Full time, permanent role.
- Flexible working opportunities.
- Generous holiday allowance.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Study Support
- Continued professional development
- Positive and supportive company culture.
Job Requirements
- ACA, ACCA or CA qualified or finalist with previous experience in practice.
- Multi-tasker with great time management.
- A can-do attitude to problem-solving.
- Organised and able to manage own workload effectively.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Confident working alongside senior management.
- Motivated and able to inspire others.
- Collaborative and creative.
About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd
Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.
Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new auditor jobs and accountancy jobs in Southampton and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.
