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Semi-Senior Accountant

Job Posted: 16 days ago

Salary: £ 26,000 - 30,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Ringwood, Hampshire

Expire in: 11 days

Job Description

Location: Ringwood
Salary: £26k-£30k doe
Hours:9am-5pm Mon-Fri with some flex. Office based
Benefits: A supportive and collaborative working environment, Ongoing training and development, Support with continued AAT study where appropriate, Annual salary reviews, Company pension scheme, 20 days Holiday allowance plus Christmas//NY shut down, Long-term career progression, parking
Aspire Jobs is working with a well-established and growing accountancy practice in Ringwood that is looking to appoint an experienced Accounts Semi-Senior.
This is a newly created position following a sustained increase in new business. The successful candidate will join a friendly and supportive team, helping the practice manage a growing client portfolio while maintaining a high standard of service and efficient turnaround times.
The role will focus on accounts preparation, bookkeeping and VAT work across a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses.
Previous experience within an accountancy practice is essential.
About You
We are looking for someone with solid practical experience gained within an accountancy practice.
To be considered, you should have:
• Around three years’ experience working within an accountancy practice
• Practical experience in accounts preparation and bookkeeping
• Experience preparing VAT returns
• Experience working with sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• A good working knowledge of Xero or similar cloud accounting software
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Confident communication skills when dealing with clients and colleagues
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to the wider team
You may currently be studying toward an AAT qualification, already be AAT qualified, or have developed equivalent knowledge through practical, on-the-job experience.
Formal qualifications are welcome, but relevant practice experience and the ability to manage a varied workload are equally important
The Role
As an Accounts Semi-Senior, your responsibilities will include:
• Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Completing bookkeeping assignments across a varied client portfolio
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Maintaining accurate accounting records and resolving bookkeeping queries
• Reviewing client records and identifying missing or incomplete information
• Liaising directly with clients to obtain information and provide clear updates
• Working with cloud-based accounting software, including Xero
• Supporting the timely onboarding and progression of new client work
• Managing multiple assignments and ensuring deadlines are met
• Assisting with management accounts and wider general practice duties where required
• Working closely with colleagues to improve workflow and reduce turnaround times
• Ensuring all work is completed accurately and in line with practice standards
This role would suit an experienced Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper or developing Accounts Semi-Senior who is looking for greater responsibility and a secure long-term career move.
To be considered, please submit a complete and up-to-date CV clearly outlining your accountancy practice experience

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