Full job descriptionAudit & Accounts Semi-SeniorLocation: Blackpool
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Working hours: 35 hours per week, with the option of a four-day working week


About the opportunityAn established and growing accountancy practice in the North West is looking to recruit an Audit & Accounts Semi-Senior to join its friendly and supportive team.
Working with a varied portfolio of clients across a range of industries and business sectors, you will gain valuable experience and exposure to a broad range of accounting and audit assignments.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their technical skills, gain further experience and build a long-term career within practice. Full training and ongoing support will be provided, alongside opportunities to progress with your professional qualifications.


The roleYou will undertake a varied mix of audit and accounts work, developing your technical knowledge through practical experience, on-the-job training and professional studies.
Responsibilities and experience will include:
*Preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.

*Supporting audit assignments across a varied client portfolio.

*Working with a range of accounting software packages.

*Developing and applying technical accounting knowledge.

*Working collaboratively with colleagues and clients.



About youTo be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
*At least two years’ experience working within an accountancy practice.

*Good all-round experience in accounts preparation.

*Experience working with sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.

*A good working knowledge of various accounting software packages.

*Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

*Good organisation skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

*A motivated approach and genuine interest in developing your accounting career.

Applications are welcomed from AAT students looking to progress towards ACCA qualifications. Generous study support is available.
Please note: A full driving licence and access to your own transport are required.


Salary and benefitsThe successful candidate will benefit from a competitive package, including:
*35-hour working week, with the option of a four-day week.

*Competitive, market-aligned salary.

*Annual salary reviews.

*Five weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays.

*Generous professional study support.

*Payment of professional subscriptions.

*Career development and progression planning.

*Employer contributions to an auto-enrolment pension scheme.

*Income protection scheme.

*Life assurance (four times annual salary).

*Commission for introducing new clients and new team members.

*Funded social events.

*Varied and interesting client work.

*Friendly and supportive working environment.



The opportunityThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving and expanding accountancy practice offering a supportive working environment, varied client exposure and genuine opportunities for long-term career progression.
The firm places a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, professional development and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.


How to applyIf you are an experienced Accounts Semi-Senior or an AAT studier looking for your next career opportunity, we would love to hear from you.