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Accounts Semi-Senior

Basingstoke
3 weeks ago
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Join a Top-50 Practice with Big Ambitions!
We are delighted to be working with one of the fastest-growing firms in the country, a dynamic Top-50 Practice that’s on track to break into the Top-30 within the next year.
Take on a pivotal role within the team, collaborating with clients across a range of industries. While your focus will be on statutory accounts, you’ll also gain valuable experience in preparing tax computations. As you grow professionally, you’ll develop strong client relationships, and upon qualification, you can look forward to managing your own portfolio.
This firm places employee welfare at the heart of everything they do, offering clear career progression structures and a supportive work environment. Joining now puts you in an excellent position to build a long-term career, with realistic opportunities to achieve Partnership in the future.
Accounts Semi-Senior - Benefits

  • 23 days core holiday (rising to 25 upon qualification), flexible bank holidays and additional holiday with service
  • Tailored career progression plan
  • Full study support
  • Competitive salary which is regularly reviewed
  • Enhanced pension
  • Life assurance and health cash plan
  • Retail discount scheme
  • Electric vehicle salary sacrifice
  • Hybrid and flexible working
    Accounts Semi-Senior - About The Role
    As an Accounts Semi-Senior, you will support the preparation of statutory accounts and tax computations for a diverse client base across various industries. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your technical skills and build strong client relationships as you progress towards qualification. With clear progression pathways in place, you’ll gain the experience needed to manage more complex work and take the next step in your career.
    Responsibilities will include:
  • Preparing working papers, statutory accounts, and management accounts for sole traders, limited companies, and partnerships
  • Producing and reviewing corporation tax computations with accuracy and attention to detail
  • Handling diverse and challenging accounts assignments across various industries, working closely with seniors, managers, and partners as needed
  • Utilising a range of accounting software, including CCH, Sage, and Xero, to meet client needs
  • Cultivating strong, long-term relationships with clients through exceptional service
  • Completing assignments to the highest standard, meeting deadlines, and adhering to budgets set by Directors
  • Enhancing both technical expertise and commercial insight through practical application
  • Efficiently managing your workload to deliver outstanding results and surpass client expectations
  • Guiding, training, and supporting junior team members to aid their professional development
  • Fostering strong working relationships with colleagues across the firm, promoting teamwork and collaboration
    The successful Accounts Semi-Senior will have/be:
  • ACA or ACCA part-qualified
  • At least 2 years’ UK practice experience
  • Experience with Xero, Sage, Caseware and CCH would be an advantage
  • SRA experience would be advantageous but not essential
  • Enjoy working with and helping to develop junior staff
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ambition and drive to meet your full potential
    Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.
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