Accountant

Accountant
Location: Waterlooville
Salary: Up to £42,000 DOE
Job Type: Full Time
Benefits:

• Flexible working options

• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing practice
• Modern practice environment
• Friendly and down-to-earth working culture
• Exposure to advisory and client-facing work
• Regular team socials and a positive office atmosphere

The Role:

• Preparation and submission of year-end accounts and tax returns for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Managing a portfolio of clients and acting as a key point of contact
• Preparing and reviewing bookkeeping, VAT returns and CIS submissions
• Supporting clients with advisory matters including cashflow, budgeting and business performance
• Conducting year-end meetings and delivering excellent client service
• Assisting with onboarding new clients and supporting their transition into the practice
• Liaising with HMRC and Companies House to resolve queries and maintain compliance
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team
• Carrying out client fee reviews and supporting wider business growth
• Providing bookkeeping and software training to clients where required

Requirements:

• AAT / ATT / ACCA qualified or qualified by experience
• Minimum 2 years in a UK Accountancy Practice
• Experience preparing accounts and tax returns to review stage
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, VAT and general tax compliance
• Experience using cloud software including Xero, QuickBooks, Dext and FreeAgent
• Excellent communication and client management skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines effectively
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and Word
• Positive and proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a people-focused practice that genuinely values teamwork, development and delivering exceptional service to clients.