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Semi Senior Accountant
Braintree
£25,000 - £33,000

Due to continued expansion, a well-regarded, independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in are seeking an Accounts Semi Senior to join their busy and collaborative accounts team. The firm works with a diverse range of clients across various sectors including SMEs, partnerships, and owner-managed businesses.

Role Responsibilities

• Prepare VAT, PAYE, and control account reconciliations.
• Draft year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Ensure compliance with FRS105 and FRS102 1A standards.
• Maintain accurate working papers and complete file reviews.
• Perform analytical reviews and highlight key findings.
• Draft corporation tax computations for review.
• Assist with management accounts and flag unusual trends.
• Liaise with clients to gather info and resolve queries.
• Review and submit VAT returns guide junior staff on improvements.
• Support statutory compliance and audit fieldwork.
• Report audit findings and raise issues with the Audit Manager.
• Manage deadlines, budgets, and file quality.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to their development.
• Review and support junior team members, offering feedback and training.

Personal Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice.
• Currently studying ACA/ACCA or fully qualified AAT.
• Experience supporting audit assignments is a plus.
• Strong ethical approach with high levels of confidentiality and discretion.
• Keen to continuously improve technical skills and stay up to date with changing standards.
• Reliable team player with good communication skills.
• Patient and supportive when assisting junior staff with their development.
• Able to liaise confidently with clients and team members alike.

Benefits

• Hybrid working options after probation.
• Life assurance (2x salary from day one).
• Enhanced pension scheme, employer contribution of 4.5%.
• Performance-linked annual bonus (approx. 2-3.5% of salary).
• Paid overtime and TOIL options.
• Full study support available (ACCA/ACA).
• Early finish on Fridays.
• Additional annual leave over the Christmas period.

If you are looking to progress in your accountancy career within a supportive and technically strong firm, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.