Description

If you're working in practice and looking for a role where you can take on more responsibility, manage your own portfolio and build stronger client relationships, this could be a great opportunity. We're working with an established and growing general practice in Buckinghamshire who are looking to add an Accountant to their team. It's a friendly, supportive firm with a strong focus on client relationships, giving people responsibility and helping their team progress. You'll work with a varied portfolio of mainly SME and owner-managed businesses, covering a broad mix of accounts, tax and general practice work. This is a genuinely client-facing role, so you'll be speaking with clients regularly, understanding their businesses and becoming a trusted point of contact rather than simply preparing accounts behind the scenes. The role is hybrid, with 2 days a week in the office, with the option to move towards a fully remote setup once you've settled into the role and built relationships with your clients. What you'll be doing * Managing a portfolio of mainly SME and owner-managed clients. * Preparing year-end accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships. * Completing VAT returns, management accounts and tax returns. * Speaking directly with clients, handling queries and providing practical accountancy advice. * Helping clients with bookkeeping and their accounting systems. * Building strong, long-term relationships and becoming a trusted contact for your clients. * Working alongside the wider team to make sure clients receive a high level of service. What we're looking for * Previous experience within a UK accountancy practice. * Experience preparing accounts for SME and owner-managed businesses. * A good understanding of VAT, bookkeeping and general practice accounts. * AAT qualified, ACCA/ACA part-qualified or qualified, or someone who has built their experience through practice. * Confident communicating directly with clients and comfortable managing your own portfolio. * Commercially minded, personable and keen to continue developing your career