Accounts Semi-Senior

Accounts Semi-Senior - Independent Accountancy PracticeReading
Permanent, Full-Time

Our client, a long-established and growing independent firm of chartered accountants, supports a wide range of SME, owner-managed, and regulated organisations across sectors including professional services, property, construction, technology, not-for-profit, and retail.
Due to sustained business growth and increasing client demand, they are seeking an Accounts Semi-Senior to join their expanding team.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Department Manager, you will be responsible for a broad range of accounting assignments, including:

• Preparing financial accounts for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships across a variety of industries
• Completing monthly and quarterly management accounts, including VAT returns
• Assisting with larger and more complex accounting assignments
• Preparing corporation tax computations and returns
• Liaising with clients, partners, and internal teams to progress work and resolve queries
• Building strong relationships with clients through effective stakeholder management
• Contributing to team success by motivating, supporting, and helping to supervise junior colleagues
• Developing your technical knowledge and skills through self-study and participation in the firm's training programme
• Supporting managers and partners with ad-hoc project work, as required

• AAT qualified or qualified by experience
• Minimum 2 years' experience in an accountancy practice handling similar assignments
• A proactive, hands-on approach with willingness to "go the extra mile"
• Experience working with SME/owner-managed businesses
• Strong team player with a collaborative approach
• Good written and verbal communication skills