Accountant (AAT)

Part Time - 25 hrs p/wk
£42,000 Pro Rata + Hybrid + Benefits

As a result of sustained commercial success, an exciting new part time opportunity exists for an experienced AAT Accountant to take on a rewarding senior role within a friendly, dynamic and well-established accountancy practice with a growing client base.

Our client is dedicated to providing outstanding financial services to a diverse portfolio of clients, including small businesses, freelancers, and individuals.

Their commitment to excellence and client satisfaction has established them as a trusted partner in the community.

Working closely with the Business Owner on a part time, hybrid basis, the successful candidate will draw on their wide-ranging accountancy experience to provide both bookkeeping and accountancy expertise, whilst also acting as a mentor to the more junior, less experienced members of the team.


This position is ideally suited to a highly organised, detail-oriented individual with good communication skills, a strong work ethic and exemplary attention to detail.

Applications are particularly encouraged from solution focused individuals with the inter-personal skills required to build long lasting commercial relationships.

An understanding of the flexibility required and the challenges faced by small, growing businesses would be an extremely valuable asset.



Key Responsibilities

• Client Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, ensuring their accounting needs are met with professionalism and efficiency.


• Bookkeeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for clients, including ledger entries, reconciliations, and financial statements.


• Tax Preparation: Assist with the preparation and filing of tax returns and VAT submissions, ensuring compliance with UK tax regulations and deadlines.


• Financial Reporting: Prepare regular financial reports for clients, providing insights and recommendations to support their financial decision-making.


• Payroll Services: Manage payroll processes for clients, including calculating wages, processing payments, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.


• Advisory Services: Offer proactive financial advice and support to clients, helping them to achieve their financial goals and improve their business performance.


• Compliance: Stay updated with changes in accounting standards, tax laws, and regulations to ensure all client activities are compliant.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an accounting role, preferably within a client-focused environment


• Relevant Accountancy certification, such as AAT


• Sound knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, and tax laws


• Strong proficiency in accounting software (e.g.
  
  Xero, Sage, QuickBooks)


• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Able to work independently and manage multiple client accounts simultaneously


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel


• Entrepreneurial, self-starting


• Commercially aware, including an understanding of digitally focussed tools such social media, branding and email marketing, etc

This is an exciting new opportunity for an ambitious AAT qualified Accountant with solid practice experience, to join a professional, highly supportive team on a part time basis as they continue to build an impressive reputation for providing a truly client focused service.

In return, a competitive, pro rata salary is on offer in addition to highly flexible working arrangements designed to achieve an enviable work life balance.

Apply now!