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Accountant
Job Posted: 21 hours ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Sutton, London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
YOU Recruitment are supporting a respected, multi-office accountancy practice in South West London and Surrey to hire an Accountant on a temporary 3-month contract to cover planned leave within the team. This is a hands-on role, reporting into a Partner based in Cheam, and will support day-to-day delivery for a busy client portfolio.
The business is known for its down-to-earth culture and professional standards, and is looking for someone who can hit the ground running and provide leadership and structure to junior staff, while being willing to roll their sleeves up where needed.
The role is available for an immediate start. Interviews will be turned around quickly.
What you'll be doing:
Take ownership of bookkeeping and accounts prep, working from trial balance through to completed P&L and balance sheet
Review VAT returns and support corporate tax prep
Supervise and review the work of 1-2 junior staff
Step in and support with day-to-day bookkeeping and VAT if needed
Maintain strong, clear communication with internal teams and clients
Use accounting software including Walters, Cluer and CCH
What we're looking for:
Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA), or strong finalist with relevant experience
Solid practice background - confident preparing and reviewing accounts, VAT, and tax
Comfortable stepping in to assist with hands-on tasks if required
Confident communicator - able to provide guidance to junior staff and flag issues constructively
Personable, professional and reliable - someone who fits into a collaborative team
Why this role?
Immediate start available
Flexibility on working style and pay structure
Friendly, supportive team with a healthy mix of experience
Clear brief, respected client base, and the chance to make an impact quickly
This is a brilliant short-term opportunity for someone who enjoys being part of a team, brings professional rigour, and is happy to get stuck inBefore You Apply
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