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Semi Senior Accountant

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD

Preston

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 32,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Semi Senior Accountant to join their dynamic team in Preston. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to enhance your accounting and tax skills while managing a diverse portfolio of clients. You'll be involved in preparing financial statements, supporting tax return processes, and guiding junior staff. The firm values your growth and contribution, providing a supportive environment for professional development. With competitive salary packages and a range of benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the accounting field while enjoying a balanced work-life approach.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays
Death in service
Professional subscriptions paid
Option to purchase additional leave
Company events
Company pension
Private medical insurance
Sick pay
Excellent transport links
Occasional work from home

Qualifications

  • 2+ years experience in a UK accountancy firm.
  • AAT Qualified or equivalent with a solid accounting knowledge.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare financial statements and self-assessment tax returns.
  • Support junior team members and contribute to community initiatives.

Skills

Accounting
Tax Preparation
Financial Reporting
Communication Skills
Teamwork
Community Involvement

Education

AAT Qualified
Part-qualified ACA
Part-qualified ACCA

Tools

IRIS
XERO
Sage
QuickBooks

Job description

A popular accountancy group are recruiting for a Semi Senior Accountant to join their Preston office on a full time, permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to build your accounts and tax experience, take on more responsibility with a portfolio of clients, and make a real difference in a firm that values your growth and contribution.


Semi Senior Accountant Job Overview

As a Semi-Senior Accountant, you'll play a key role in supporting client portfolios, working closely with senior staff, and developing your skills in a dynamic environment. Your responsibilities will include:

  1. Assisting in the preparation of financial statements to a high standard.
  2. Supporting the preparation of self-assessment tax returns.
  3. Helping clients adopt and use cloud-based bookkeeping software.
  4. Guiding and supporting junior team members with day-to-day tasks.
  5. Contributing to our community initiatives, from local events to charity support.

Experience with IRIS and XERO would be ideal!


Semi Senior Accountant Job Requirements
  1. At least 2 years hands-on experience in a UK accountancy firm.
  2. AAT Qualified or Part-qualified or newly qualified ACA or ACCA (or equivalent) - study support available!
  3. Solid knowledge of accounting, tax, and financial reporting processes.
  4. Good communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
  5. Experience with cloud-based accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, or QB).
  6. Enthusiasm for community involvement and a willingness to learn and collaborate.

Semi Senior Accountant Salary & Benefits

£25,000 - £32,000 dependant on skills and experience.
25 days + bank holidays.
Death in service.
Professional subscriptions paid.
Option to purchase additional leave.
Company events.
Company pension.
Private medical insurance.
Sick pay.
Excellent transport links.
Work from home occasionally.
Based locally to North Preston.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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