Accounts Semi-Senior (PQ)

Job Title: Audit & Accounts Semi-Senior (PQ)
Location: Berkshire
Contract Type: Permanent
Employer: Small to Medium sized Chartered Accountancy Practice

Salary: £30,000 to £40,000 per annumbase

Private Healthcare + 25 days holiday + pension 4% matched + life assurance + flexible hours

Hybrid working - 4 days in the office, 1 day from home.

About the Firm

We're supporting a respected small to medium sized Chartered Accountancy Practice in Berkshire with a strong reputation for developing staff and providing a diverse, hands‑on workload.
The firm works with clients ranging from 1‑man‑bands, partnerships and small limited companies through to £10-15 million turnover businesses across a range of sectors.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an Audit & Accounts Semi‑Senior who enjoys a varied role combining audit work, accounts preparation and some bookkeeping duties.

The Role

This is a genuinely mixed position offering exposure across the full spectrum of general practice work. You'll support Managers and Seniors on preparring management accounts and statutory accounts for a wide range of clients, and assist with bookkeeping when required.

This accountancy practice is happy to take someone on AAT Qualified, part-qualified ACCA or QBE.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Prep

Prepare year‑end statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and SMEs
Draft corporation tax computations (training provided if needed)
Work closely with Senior staff to finalise accounts for partner review

Bookkeeping & VAT

Perform bookkeeping duties for a mix of clients
Prepare and submit VAT returns
Maintain accurate financial records using cloud accounting software

Client Base

You'll gain exposure across a varied and interesting portfolio including:

Sole traders and freelancers
Small Ltd companies across multiple industries
Owner‑managed businesses
Groups and entities up to £10-15 million turnoverThis variety provides excellent technical development and career broadening.

What They're Looking For

3-5 years accountancy practice experience
Studying towards AAT / ACA / ACCA (full study support available)
Strong knowledge of bookkeeping and cloud software (Xero)
Good communication skills and a willingness to learn
Ability to work well both independently and as part of a tight‑knit team

What's on Offer

Competitive salary dependent on experience
Full study support (AAT / ACCA / ACA)
Clear progression pathway to Senior
A friendly, supportive working environment
Varied workload and real hands‑on client exposure
Hybrid working (depending on experience and firm policy)

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