Accountant (Accountancy Practice)

Reference: 24420_1750764339

Practice Accountant
Chelmsford
Hybrid
Salary Competitive

A well-established accountancy practice with locations across London and Essex is seeking an experienced Accountant to join the Chelmsford office. The firm is known for building long-lasting client relationships and providing reliable finance and business solutions.
The successful candidate will manage a varied client portfolio and deliver high-level client service on time and within budget. There is strong encouragement for development within this ambitious and well-established practice.

Role Responsibilities

  • Preparation and completion of statutory accounts and year-end accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships.
  • Dealing with a varied client portfolio (T/O up to £4m) including OMB's, property investors, property developers, agricultural, retail etc.
  • Preparation of corporation tax returns.
  • Preparation of monthly or quarterly management accounts.
  • Finalising accounts under the overall supervision of Director.
  • Organisation of own workflow, allocation of assignments, management of time as necessary, ensuring completion within agreed time and budget.
  • Liaison with third parties as required (HMRC, mortgage brokers etc.)
  • Development and maintenance of effective client relationships, including attending client premises as required.
  • Resolution of ongoing client queries, escalating as necessary.
  • Involvement in ad-hoc client projects.

Personal Requirements

  • Experience of working in a UK accountancy practice.
  • Up to date FRS 102 & 105 accounts knowledge with VAT, corporate and personal tax knowledge.
  • Possesses client focused approach with proven experience of building and maintaining excellent client relationships.
  • Experience of working with a range of clients, ideally including corporates, property agricultural and retail clients.
  • Sense of fine detail and the ability to analyse and solve complex accounting queries in a commercial manner.
  • Excellent technology skills, including familiarity with Excel, Xero, SAGE, IRIS, Quickbooks and FreeAgent.
  • Ability to deliver to tight deadlines and flexible in approach.

Benefits

  • Hybrid working
  • 23 days holiday, increasing with length of service up to 31 days
  • Agile working, offering flexibility with start and finish times
  • Dress down Fridays
  • Fruit and other snacks provided in the office
  • Christmas office closure
  • Group income protection
  • Recognition awards
  • Long service awards
  • Private medical insurance
  • Access to a virtual GP service
  • Eye tests
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Pension scheme
  • Life assurance

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive accountant seeking to advance their career within a supportive and ambitious environment. Apply now to take the next step in your professional journey.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Negotiable

Chelmsford

Permanent

Added 24/06/2025
Reference: 24420_1750764339

Accountant (Accountancy Practice)

Chelmsford
Permanent

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