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SEMI-SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Armstrong Knight
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Westcliff-On-Sea, Essex SS0 9QN

Contract type

Full Time

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  • This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive accounting professional to join a dynamic firm with over 50 years of history.
  • The role is for a semi-senior accountant with a passion for technology and process improvement, requiring 3+ years of experience in an accountancy firm.
  • Key responsibilities include preparing accounts, tax returns, and VAT returns, as well as supporting clients with QuickBooks and training junior team members.
  • Candidates should be proficient in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft 365, with strong communication skills and a cultural fit being essential.
  • The position offers a competitive salary between £25,000 and £34,000, along with regular salary reviews, enhanced annual leave, and opportunities for career progression.

Amazing career opportunity!!!

Are you a proactive accounting professional ready to be part of a dynamic firm with over 50 years of history? Our client has been a trusted partner in their community for decades, blending tradition with innovation under new leadership. Now, they’re on the lookout for a semi-senior accountant who’s passionate about technology, process improvement, and providing exceptional client service.

The Opportunity

This is your chance to work with a client-centric firm that values growth, support, and innovation. You’ll be a crucial part of a close-knit team, working alongside the client manager and interacting with clients from day one. As you progress, you may even have the opportunity to manage your own client portfolio!

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Preparing accounts, tax returns, and VAT returns for review
  • Supporting clients with QuickBooks setup, training, and queries
  • Creating management accounts and assisting in training junior team members
  • Collaborating with your team to ensure deadlines are met
  • Bringing fresh ideas to enhance client experience and streamline processes

What We’re Looking For

While skills matter, cultural fit is key! Ideal candidates will have:

  • Proficiency in QuickBooks Online (or similar) and Microsoft 365 (particularly Excel)
  • Familiarity with accounting software (TaxCalc is a plus)
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • 3+ years of experience in an accountancy firm
  • AAT qualified, part-qualified ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or qualified by experience

Why Join Us?

Our client offers a supportive, growth-oriented environment where a third of the team has been with the firm for over 20 years. Benefits include:

  • Competitive salary (£25,000 - £34,000 DOE)
  • Regular salary reviews and enhanced annual leave
  • Study support packages and genuine career progression opportunities

Apply now in a few quick clicks

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.