This is an incredible opportunity for a Junior Accountant ready to take the next step to Semi-Senior Accountant, joining a vibrant and fast-growing accountancy and business advisory firm. You’ll work with an exciting and diverse portfolio of clients, gaining hands-on experience and exposure across a variety of industries. As part of an ambitious team, you’ll play a key role in the company’s ongoing growth and success. This is a full-time, office-based role in Haverhill, offering the chance to thrive in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Management: Work with owner-managed businesses, including sole traders, partnerships, and companies.
• Accounts Preparation: Prepare accounts and financial statements for clients.
• Preparation of personal tax returns.
• Record Processing: Process client records accurately and efficiently.
• Management Accounts: Prepare management accounts to meet client needs.
• VAT Returns: Complete and check VAT returns for accuracy and compliance.
• Supervision of more junior staff.
• Client Support: Address basic client queries and provide support as required.
• Administration: Carry out administrative and ad hoc tasks as needed.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Accounting Practice Experience background with a minimum of 2 years’ experience.
• Knowledge of IRIS, Xero and Sage is preferred.
• AAT qualification or someone starting ACCA Studies.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to client service.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Proactive and results-oriented, with a focus on delivering value to the business.
• A collaborative team player.
• High level of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism.

What we offer you:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Study support
• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays,
• Working hours 37.5 hours per week 9am to 5pm