We are exclusively recruiting a knowledgeable and dedicated Semi Senior Accountant to join a thriving, modern Chancery Lane accountancy practice. This is an exciting opportunity for a part qualified or newly qualified accountant to join a practice that primarily caters to a niche client base of barristers and legal professionals. Client and employee happiness are equally paramount at this family-owned firm. If you want to plant roots, progress at a friendly, supportive firm then this is the role for you!
Where you’ll work: Our client is a family-owned, sustainably grown accountancy firm. The strategic client focus is on barristers and legal professionals (but not limited too), and you will be working in a flexible, personable environment with communicative, supportive management. The client portfolio is recurring, with referrals onboarded monthly. Most staff are longstanding, client retention is high, and they have grown 25% in revenue in the last year.
About the role: * Preparation of draft accounts and final accounts

* Preparing working papers

* Assisting in the completion of personal tax returns

* Preparing and submitting VAT returns

* Liaising with clients to resolve queries and provide advice

* Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum, depending on experience

* Full-time, permanent role, hybrid working offered

* Flexible working: Most of the staff are 40% remote, 60% in office (but this is flexible)

What you bring to the table: You have a thirst for knowledge and a proactive way of working. You know how to get things done well and efficiently, all while providing excellent customer service.
* AAT qualified and working towards full ACCA / ACA qualification if not already newly qualified

* Strong working knowledge of accounting software

* Good working knowledge of MS Office

* Work well with senior management

* Excellent communication and organisational skills

* Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage several projects at any one time

* Strong initiative and solution-based thinking

* Flexible, personable and diplomatic in your approach

* Experience looking after a portfolio of legal clients is advantageous but not mandatory




What’s in it for you? Join the growing happy team of a fantastic, respected and friendly accountancy practice based in the heart of London’s legal district.
* Role: Semi Senior Accountant with the progression of moving to portfolio holder within a few years

* Location: Chancery Lane office in Central London

* Hybrid-working with 3 days in the office and 2 remote; full team in the office on Wednesdays

* Position: Full-time, permanent, 35 hours per week

* Annual leave 25 days + bank holidays

* Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE

* Study support and ongoing training offered

Is this the role for you? We’d love to see your CV — apply today!