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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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