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Practice Accountant
Peterborough
£32,000 - £42,000

An established accountancy practice in Peterborough is seeking an Accountant to join its growing team, supporting business owners with accounts, management accounts and advisory work while helping to develop systems, processes and digital services. This is a hands-on role for a qualified or part-qualified practice accountant who enjoys combining technical accounting with client-facing advisory work, technology and continuous improvement.

Role Responsibilities

Preparing accounts and management accounts for a varied portfolio of practice clients.Presenting financial information and insights to business owners in clear, straightforward language.Supporting clients with budgets, cash flow, financial planning and wider business decisions.Helping clients implement cloud accounting systems.Supporting workflow automation and identifying opportunities to improve client processes.Driving improvements to internal processes, information capture and the overall client experience.Supporting the appropriate use of AI and emerging technology across the practice.Mentoring trainee accounting technicians and bookkeeping support staff.Supporting the directors with workflow management during periods of annual leave or absence.Contributing ideas to the development of advisory services.Supporting the development of new advisory concepts and services.Representing the practice at exhibitions, events and similar business activities.

Personal Requirements

Current or recent experience working within a UK accountancy practice is essential.Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.Qualified or part-qualified accountant with strong management accounts experience.Confident communicating directly with business owners and explaining financial information clearly.A positive, adaptable approach and willingness to learn new systems and technologies.Strong interest in cloud accounting, automation and the practical application of AI.Tech-friendly approach, ideally with experience using Xero or similar accounting platforms.Strong problem solving skills with the initiative to identify and implement improvements.Calm, thoughtful and professional approach when dealing with clients and colleagues.Ability to support and mentor junior members of the team.Commercial awareness and an interest in helping owner-managed businesses make better financial decisions.

Benefits

Workplace pension.Paid professional body membership.Generous holiday package, including additional long-service leave.Flexible working patterns and support for work-life balance and family commitments.Hybrid working with an office-first approach.Flexible start and finish times.Support for school runs.Option for a nine-day fortnight.Structured training and upskilling in systems, automation, AI and advisory.Tailored training programme based on experience.Clear development pathway aligned with the practice's growth plans.Quarterly social events.

If you are an experienced practice accountant looking for a role offering greater client contact, influence and exposure to digital finance, systems and advisory work, apply today.

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Accounts Executive
Bury St Edmunds
£40,000 - £45,000

A unique and growing accountancy practice is seeking an experienced and qualified accounts professional to join its growing team in Bury St Edmunds. This is a client-facing role supporting a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, limited companies, partnerships and sole traders across a wide range of sectors. The successful candidate will prepare and review accounts and tax compliance work, provide practical business advice, support junior team members and help deliver an exceptional client experience.

Role Responsibilities

Managing a portfolio of clients, acting as a trusted adviser and providing day-to-day business and accounting support.Reviewing statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, limited companies and LLPs.Preparing more complex accounts and draft tax computations for review.Identifying advisory opportunities and supporting clients in achieving their business objectives.Ensuring compliance with internal procedures, risk management processes and departmental standards.Undertaking technical research and supporting ad hoc client projects.Managing work allocation, deadlines, recoverability and client expectations.Monitoring WIP, productivity and fee recovery.Supporting, training and mentoring junior team members.Liaising with clients, professional intermediaries and colleagues across tax, legal and financial planning teams.Ensuring all work is completed to a high technical standard before review.Maintaining CPD requirements and keeping technical knowledge up to date.

Personal Requirements

Minimum five years' current or recent experience working within a UK accountancy practice (essential).ACA qualified or qualified by experience.Strong technical knowledge of statutory accounts preparation and UK taxation.Experience working with owner-managed businesses, limited companies, partnerships and sole traders.Commercial awareness, including WIP management, recoverability and client service standards.Previous experience reviewing work and supporting junior team members.Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a confident client-facing approach.Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.A collaborative and proactive approach to working with colleagues across multiple service lines.Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK is essential. Sponsorship is not available.

Benefits

Competitive salary.24 days holiday plus bank holidays.Birthday leave.Holiday purchase and sale scheme.Employer pension contributions matched up to 6%.Salary sacrifice pension scheme.Income protection cover.Death in service benefit (4x salary).Private health insurance.Up to two professional subscriptions paid.Training courses, CPD events and soft skills workshops.Employee Assistance Programme.Electric car salary sacrifice scheme.Length of service recognition.Firm-funded social events.

If you are an experienced practice accountant looking to join a collaborative and growing professional services environment, apply now.

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Accounts Manager
Bury St Edmunds
£50,000 - £63,000

A unique and growing accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Accounts Manager to join its Bury St Edmunds office. This is a client-facing role focused on managing a portfolio of owner-managed businesses, including limited companies, partnerships, LLPs and sole traders across a variety of sectors. You will review statutory accounts, provide practical commercial advice, identify advisory opportunities, support junior team members and work closely with colleagues across accounts, tax, legal and financial planning to deliver a joined-up service.

Role Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of owner-managed businesses, acting as a trusted adviser and supporting clients with their business objectives.Review accounts for sole traders, partnerships, LLPs and limited companies.Deal with new client enquiries and assist with onboarding.Identify advisory opportunities and provide practical business advice.Manage client work to agreed timescales while maintaining a high standard of client service.Carry out ad hoc client work and technical research where required.Apply accounting knowledge to resolve technical issues and recommend appropriate solutions.Monitor WIP, recoverability, productivity and fee income across your portfolio.Assist with billing and maintain control over client work.Train, mentor and support junior members of the accounts team.Review files to ensure they meet the required standards before senior review.Liaise with clients, professional intermediaries and third parties.Work collaboratively with colleagues across accounts, tax, legal and financial planning.Maintain appropriate CPD and keep technical knowledge up to date.

Personal Requirements

Minimum 7 years' relevant experience within a UK accountancy practice.ACA qualified, or qualified through relevant practice experience.Strong technical knowledge of accounts and UK accounting requirements.Proven experience managing a portfolio of external clients within an accountancy practice.Commercial awareness, including an understanding of WIP, recoverability, productivity and fee income.Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to research and resolve technical issues.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence explaining complex accounting and tax matters to clients.Professional and confident client-facing manner with the ability to build long-term relationships.Highly organised with strong time management skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines.Experience supporting, training or mentoring junior members of a practice team.Collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across different professional service departments.Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK, sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits

27 days' holiday, plus bank holidays.Birthday leave.Holiday purchase/sale scheme.Employer pension contributions of up to 6% of salary.Salary sacrifice pension contributions available.Income protection at 50% of salary for long-term illness or injury.Death in service benefit of 4x basic salary.Private health insurance.Up to two professional subscriptions paid for.Training courses, CPD events and soft skills workshops.Employee Assistance Programme.Electric car salary sacrifice scheme.Length of service recognition.

If you are an experienced practice accountant looking for your next step into an Accounts Manager position, apply today.

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Audit and Accounts Senior
Basildon
£40,000 - £45,000

An established accountancy practice is seeking an ACA or ACCA qualified Accounts & Audit Senior to join its team and support a diversified portfolio of SME clients. This is a hands-on production role with an approximate 70/30 split between accounts and audit, involving statutory accounts, straightforward corporation tax and self-assessment returns, alongside statutory audit work. The role offers regular client contact and the opportunity to take increasing ownership of a portfolio, with audit work principally focused on academy schools, as well as companies and charities.

Role Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of predominantly SME clients across a range of industries.Prepare year-end statutory accounts under UK GAAP and FRS 102.Prepare corporation tax returns and CT600s.Prepare self-assessment tax returns.Review accounting records and identify accounting or tax issues.Liaise directly with clients to obtain information and resolve queries.Undertake statutory audit assignments for companies, charities and academy schools.Plan and perform audit fieldwork and prepare high-quality audit working papers.Take responsibility for appropriate sections of audit assignments through to completion.Identify and communicate audit issues to senior team members or Directors.Work with clients during the audit process and resolve outstanding matters.Review work completed by a junior team member and provide guidance and feedback.Manage your own workflow and ensure accounts, tax and audit assignments are completed within deadlines.Work closely with Directors on more complex accounting, tax and audit matters.Develop strong client relationships and gain a good understanding of clients businesses.Take increasing responsibility for your client portfolio and audit assignments as your experience develops.

Personal Requirements

ACA or ACCA qualified.Minimum 4 years experience within a UK accountancy practice.Recent and relevant public practice experience is essential.Proven experience preparing statutory accounts for SME clients.Practical experience across corporation tax and self-assessment tax returns.Relevant UK statutory audit experience.Good working knowledge of FRS 102 and UK accounting requirements.Good knowledge of UK corporation tax, income tax and VAT.Strong client-facing and communication skills.Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of client assignments.Able to work across a varied portfolio and apply your technical knowledge to different industries and client requirements.Experience reviewing or supervising junior staff.Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage competing deadlines.Full UK driving licence and access to a car are essential.Must have full, unrestricted right to work in the UK sponsorship is not available for this position.Experience with Caseware, BTC, Xero, QuickBooks or Sage would be beneficial.Academy audit experience would be advantageous, although full training can be provided.

If you are an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with strong UK accountancy practice experience and are looking for a varied Accounts & Audit Senior position, apply today.

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Accountant / Semi-Senior Accountant
Spalding (office based)
£30,000 - £41,000

A well-established accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Accountant / Semi-Senior Accountant to join its close-knit team in Spalding. This role involves working with a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, offering genuine autonomy, direct client contact and the opportunity to take increasing responsibility for client relationships. The role would suit someone who enjoys working independently while still having access to support and ongoing professional development.

Role Responsibilities

Preparing year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders.Preparing corporation tax returns.Supporting clients with accounting and tax queries.Reviewing bookkeeping records and identifying issues.Working with cloud accounting software, including Xero.Communicating directly with clients and developing long-term relationships.Helping clients understand their financial information and providing practical support.Taking increasing ownership of a portfolio of clients.Working closely with colleagues across accounts, bookkeeping and taxation.Using professional judgement to organise workload and manage deadlines independently.

Personal Requirements

Minimum three years' UK accountancy practice experience.Experience preparing accounts using a balance sheet approach.Good technical accounting knowledge.AAT, ACA or ACCA qualified, studying towards a qualification, or qualified by experience.Confident communicating directly with clients.Able to work independently and take responsibility for your own workload.Strong interest in developing client relationships and providing practical advice.Positive attitude towards learning and professional development.Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this position.Experience with Xero and/or Digita would be advantageous but is not essential.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.Free on-site parking.Ongoing CPD and professional development.Genuine autonomy over your workload.Direct client contact.Annual team away day.Supportive, close-knit working environment.

If you are an experienced practice accountant looking for greater autonomy, increased client contact and the opportunity to develop your career within a supportive team, apply today.

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Bookkeeper
Spalding (office based)
£26,000 - £31,000

A well-established accountancy practice in Spalding is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join its friendly and supportive team. This is a varied client-facing role offering genuine autonomy, with responsibility for managing your own workload and supporting a portfolio of clients across their bookkeeping and accounting needs. The role would suit an experienced practice bookkeeper looking to gain greater variety and responsibility.

Role Responsibilities

Preparing bookkeeping records for a varied portfolio of clients.Preparing and submitting VAT returns.Completing bank and control account reconciliations.Reviewing client records and identifying queries or discrepancies.Preparing accounts to trial balance stage.Assisting with interim and management information.Liaising directly with clients to obtain information and resolve bookkeeping queries.Working with cloud accounting software, including Xero.Supporting the wider accounts and taxation team.Managing your own workload and ensuring deadlines are met.

Personal Requirements

Good bookkeeping experience, ideally gained within an accountancy practice.Experience preparing VAT returns.Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping.Experience reconciling balance sheet accounts.Confidence communicating directly with clients.Good organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines.Ability to work independently and take responsibility for your own work.Positive attitude and willingness to support colleagues.Experience preparing accounts to trial balance would be advantageous.AAT qualified, studying towards AAT, or qualified by experience.Experience with Xero would be particularly useful.Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.Free on-site parking.Ongoing CPD and professional development.Genuine autonomy over your workload.Direct client contact.Annual team away day.Friendly and supportive working environment.

If you are an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a varied role within accountancy practice, with greater autonomy and direct client responsibility, apply today.

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Audit and Accounts Senior
Wisbech (hybrid)
£40,000 - £46,000 + Bonus

An established and progressive accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Audit & Accounts Senior to join its friendly and experienced team. The role offers a varied mix of audit and non-audit work, with responsibility for statutory accounts, corporate tax, VAT and direct client contact.

Role Responsibilities

Lead statutory audits from planning through to completion for a varied portfolio of clients.Prepare statutory accounts and financial statements under UK GAAP and/or IFRS.Prepare corporate tax computations and complete associated compliance work.Handle VAT-related work and client queries.Manage and review the work of junior staff and trainees where required.Deal directly with clients, building strong relationships and resolving queries by telephone, in the office and on-site.Manage your own workload and deadlines across both audit and accounts assignments.Contribute to the wider development of the practice and support junior colleagues.

Personal Requirements

Current or recent experience working within a UK accountancy practice is essential.ACA or ACCA qualified with at least two years' post-qualification experience preferred.Part-qualified ACA/ACCA or qualified by experience candidates with strong relevant practice experience will also be considered.Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice.Strong experience across statutory accounts, audit, corporate tax and VAT.Good understanding of UK auditing standards and financial reporting requirements.Excellent client-facing and communication skills are essential.Experience supervising, training or reviewing junior staff would be advantageous.Experience with IRIS and My Workpapers would be advantageous but is not essential.Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK is essential. Sponsorship is not available.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme.Employer pension contributions at double the minimum rates.Life cover.Holidays above the statutory minimum.Regular team events.Long-term career progression and opportunities for internal promotion.

If you are an experienced practice accountant looking for a varied Audit & Accounts Senior position with a progressive accountancy practice, apply today.

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Accounts Senior
Loughton, Essex
£40,000 - £45,000

A leading firm of Chartered Accountants is seeking an experienced Accounts Senior to join its Team. The role offers the opportunity to work with a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs, charities and UK subsidiaries of international groups, providing a broad range of accountancy services.

Role Responsibilities

Prepare statutory accounts for limited companies, sole traders, partnerships, LLPs, charities and groups.Prepare and review VAT returns, bookkeeping assignments and management accounts.Manage work within agreed timescales and budgets.Clear review points, post adjustments and produce high-quality final files.Liaise with the firm's outsourced service function, including sending work to outsource and dealing with queries and initial reviews.Maintain accurate time recording and complete timesheets using CCH.Supervise junior team members, ensuring high-quality work and providing end-of-job feedback.Provide updates to managers and partners on issues identified with clients.Liaise with the Tax Department and respond to queries.Maintain CPD requirements and stay up to date with relevant developments.Develop an understanding of client affairs and identify opportunities to provide additional services.Carry out other duties required to support the smooth running of the department.

Personal Requirements

Current or recent experience working within a UK accountancy practice is essential.Ideally fully AAT qualified or QBE.Proven experience preparing statutory accounts across a range of entity types.Experience with VAT returns, bookkeeping and management accounts.Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.Ability to manage competing deadlines and work to agreed budgets.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Confident using IT and practice accounting software; CCH experience would be advantageous.Experience supervising or reviewing junior team members would be beneficial.Valid UK driving licence would be advantageous due to occasional client visits.Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

Benefits

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.Annual wellbeing allowance.Paid birthday day off.Paid volunteering day.Life assurance scheme.Employer pension scheme, with contributions increasing with length of service.Cycle to work scheme.Season ticket loan.Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave package.Flexible/agile working.Opportunities for career development.Opportunities to get involved in social, charitable and environmental initiatives.

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Probate and Estate Tax Senior
Ely
£34,000 - £36,000

A well-established accountancy practice is seeking a Probate, Estates and Trusts Tax Senior to join its growing Private Client team. This is a varied and hands-on role supporting a range of probate, estate administration and trust taxation work, offering the opportunity to develop deep technical expertise while working closely with clients and senior colleagues in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Role Responsibilities

Prepare draft IHT400 forms to support probate applications.Manage probate and estate administration caseloads from instruction through to completion.Identify and value estate assets and liabilities as at date of death.Prepare probate papers for grant applications.Draft estate accounts accurately and clearly.Capture estate data using specialist software to produce forms and computations.Support non-probate staff where required.Liaise with executors, trustees, clients and external professionals, including attending meetings.Identify cross-selling and tax planning opportunities (e.g. deeds of variation).Prepare self-assessment tax returns, including CGT computations and property income schedules.Prepare and submit 60-day CGT returns.Complete trust and estate tax reporting, including HMRC correspondence.Register trusts and estates on the HMRC Trust Registration Service (TRS).Prepare IHT100 forms.Monitor trust reporting deadlines, including ten-year anniversaries.Prepare estate tax returns or informal HMRC reports.Act as a point of contact for probate, estate and trust clients.Build and maintain strong client relationships via phone, email and meetings.Draft client bills for review and approval.Provide empathetic and professional client service.Support colleagues across the wider team and firm.Assist Partners, Managers and Associates with ad hoc tasks.Undertake CPD and ongoing professional training.Contribute to internal communications and team development.Carry out general administrative duties as required.

Personal Requirements

Experience in probate, estate administration or trust taxation.Strong communication and client relationship skills.Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.Proactive, reliable and committed to professional development.Genuine interest in developing a career in private client tax and estate work.

Benefits

Study support.Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (20 days if studying, with incremental increases linked to service).Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.Income protection for long-term sickness or incapacity.Life assurance.Paid study leave.Paid professional subscriptions.Health Shield cash back plan (e.g. dental, optical, physiotherapy).Flu vaccinations.Enhanced sick pay.Tax-efficient pension (salary sacrifice).Wellbeing programme including counselling and mental health support.CPD, training and development opportunities.Team social events and activities across offices.

If you are interested in developing your career within probate, estates and trusts tax and would like to explore this opportunity further, apply now.

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Audit Senior
Cambridge
£41,000 - £47,000

A leading UK accountancy practice is seeking an Audit Senior to join its East Anglia team. This is a client-facing role offering responsibility for managing a portfolio of audit assignments, working closely with managers and partners, and supporting the development of junior team members. The position provides exposure to a varied client base, with the opportunity to take ownership of audit files from planning through to completion, while ensuring high technical standards and strong client service delivery.

Role Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of audit clients, ensuring assignments are planned, diarised, and delivered in line with deadlines and expectations.Take ownership of audit assignments from planning through to completion, including review of working papers and financial statements.Act as a main point of contact for clients throughout the audit process, responding to queries and providing updates on progress and findings.Support fee discussions with clients, including identifying scope changes and supporting the preparation of revised fee proposals.Ensure engagement terms are up to date and reflect any changes in scope or services provided.Identify and communicate audit risks, issues, and scope variations to senior management early in the assignment.Lead and support junior team members, including performance feedback, coaching, and on-the-job training.Review audit files to ensure technical accuracy, compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS, and high-quality documentation standards.Attend client meetings and audit committee meetings, presenting findings to those charged with governance where required.Assist with budget management, resource planning, and tracking audit progress against agreed budgets.Support quality control processes, including addressing findings from internal or external file reviews.Maintain strong awareness of auditing standards, ethical requirements, and regulatory developments.

Personal Requirements

ACA / ACCA qualified or qualified by experience with relevant practice experience.Strong background in UK accountancy practice audit work.Experience managing or assisting with audit portfolios across multiple clients.Good working knowledge of UK GAAP and/or IFRS.Strong leadership and mentoring capability with junior staff.Confident communicator with client-facing experience.Strong attention to detail and ability to review complex audit files.Ability to manage deadlines, prioritise workload, and work across multiple assignments.

Benefits

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.Enhanced holiday entitlement with option to buy/sell additional leave.Pension scheme.Private medical insurance and health cash plan options.Life assurance and income protection.Employee assistance programme (EAP) and wellbeing support.Cycle to work scheme and electric vehicle salary sacrifice options.Access to flexible benefits platform (including dental, travel insurance, and additional perks).Structured career development and progression pathways.Paid study support (where applicable for further qualifications).

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