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Accounts Semi Senior (Part Qualified)
Newton-le-Willows
Salary up to £32,000 (DOE)

Butler Rose are working closely with a small, independent accountancy practice with three offices across the North West. The firm provides practical, tailored accountancy and advisory services to a varied client base, including owner-managed businesses and larger organisations. Known for its friendly, collaborative culture, the practice offers a supportive environment where staff can continue developing their technical skills while gaining hands-on client exposure.

THE ROLE
This is a varied Accounts Semi Senior / Part-Qualified Accountant opportunity based in the firm's Newton-le-Willows office. The role will focus primarily on accounts preparation and client work, with the opportunity to gain exposure to audit assignments. Previous audit experience would be beneficial, but it is not essential, as the firm is open to candidates with strong practice experience who are keen to develop in this area.

You will be joining a small, friendly office of around six people, so this role would suit someone personable, reliable, and comfortable working in a close-knit team environment.

Key Responsibilities:
* Preparing statutory accounts and financial statements for a varied client portfolio.
* Producing management accounts and VAT returns.
* Assisting with audit assignments where required.
* Supporting business advisory and compliance work.
* Acting as a key point of contact for clients and building strong working relationships.
* Managing your workload effectively and meeting deadlines.
* Reviewing work where appropriate, depending on experience level.
* Working closely with senior team members to deliver a high standard of client service.

ABOUT YOU
We are looking for someone with previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment who is ready to take the next step in their career.
You will ideally be:
* AAT qualified, ACA/ACCA part-qualified, or studying towards qualification.
* Minimum of 2-3 years experience in a similar role
* Experienced in accounts preparation and year end accounts
* Interested in gaining audit exposure, although previous audit experience is not essential.
* Comfortable working fully office-based in a small, hands-on team.
* Personable, reliable, and organised.
* Confident communicating with clients and colleagues.
* Able to manage a varied workload and prioritise effectively.
* Experienced using accounting software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, Iris, Mercia, or similar.

WHAT'S ON OFFER
* Competitive salary, depending on experience.
* Study support available.
* Standard office hours, either 8.30am-4.30pm or 9.00am-5.00pm.
* Fully office-based role in Newton-le-Willows.
* Parking available on roads around the office.
* Approximately a 10-minute walk from Newton-le-Willows train station.
* Small, friendly office environment with around six people.
* Exposure to a varied client portfolio.
* Opportunity to gain audit experience if desired.
* Supportive and approachable management team.
* Long-term career development within an established independent practice.

If you are looking for a varied accounts role within a friendly, independent practice where you can continue developing your career, we would be pleased to hear from you, so please do APPLY TODAY!!

Please apply now if you have the relevant skills and experience to meet the requirements as set out above and we will be in contact to discuss further.

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This role is advertised by Liezl Botha, Butler Rose (AGY) [email protected]

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THE COMPANY

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established and highly respected independent accountancy practice in Stockport.

With an excellent reputation for client service and staff development, this firm offers the perfect balance of working within an experienced, supportive team whilst having the opportunity to make a genuine impact.

Whether you're an experienced Semi Senior looking to take the next step or an established Senior seeking a collaborative environment with excellent career prospects, this role offers exposure to a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, alongside full study support through 1st Intuition and genuine long-term progression.

THE ROLE

You'll manage a varied portfolio of clients, preparing accounts and tax work while building strong client relationships and becoming a trusted adviser to owner-managed businesses with turnovers ranging from start-ups through to approximately £3 million or beyond

Your responsibilities will include:

Preparing year-end statutory accountsPreparing management accountsCorporation tax computations and returnsPersonal tax returns and self-assessmentVAT returnsBookkeeping where requiredLiaising directly with clients and HMRCResponding to client queries and providing day-to-day accounting supportManaging your workload to ensure deadlines are consistently achieved

ABOUT YOU

To be successful, you'll ideally have:

Previous experience working within an accountancy practiceThe ability to prepare complete sets of draft accounts with minimal supervisionGood knowledge of corporation tax, management accounts, bookkeeping duties, personal tax and VATStrong experience using cloud accounting software, particularly Xero and QuickBooksExcellent communication skills and the confidence to build lasting client relationshipsA proactive attitude with the ability to hit the ground runningPart Qualified, qualified or qualified by experience

WHAT'S ON OFFER?

Full ACCA study support through First IntuitionA competitive salary and benefits packageHybrid and flexible working options negotiableA friendly, collaborative team where your contribution is recognisedExposure to an excellent and varied client portfolioClear career progression within a growing and successful practiceA healthy work-life balance with a supportive management teamThe opportunity to work for a firm where you'll have a genuine voice and be encouraged to develop professionally

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and long-standing firm with a strong presence in the North West. The team is collaborative, down-to-earth and genuinely values its people.

The business offers a supportive working environment, a strong team culture and the opportunity to continue developing your career.

Interested? - then please APPLY TODAY

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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.

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