Full time

Practice Accountant

Sheridan Maine London
Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 5NP
money-bag £45000 - £55000 per annum
Posted: 15 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 14 August 2026
Ref: 60413180

About the Role

Sheridan Maine London is seeking a qualified or qualified by experience Practice Accountant to join a growing accountancy firm in Basingstoke. This full-time role involves managing a diverse client portfolio, preparing statutory accounts, tax returns, VAT returns, and management accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. You will provide practical financial advice to businesses across various sectors. The position offers a salary between £45,000 and £55,000 per annum. Key skills include proficiency in accounts preparation, tax compliance, and client relationship building. The role suits an experienced professional ready to handle varied responsibilities in a supportive team environment.

Sheridan Maine is seeking a qualified or qualified by experience Practice Accountant to join a growing accountancy practice in North Hampshire. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional looking to work with a diverse portfolio of clients in a supportive and collaborative environment.
You will be responsible for managing your own client portfolio, preparing statutory accounts, tax returns, VAT returns, and management accounts, while providing practical financial advice to businesses across a range of sectors.
Key responsibilities of the role will include:

  • Prepare statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
  • Complete personal and corporate tax returns
  • Prepare and submit VAT returns
  • Produce management accounts and financial reports
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships
  • Support clients with accounting and tax queries
  • Ensure compliance with current accounting standards and HMRC requirements
  • Support and mentor junior team members and helping with client queries

To be considered for the role, you will have the following skills and experience:
  • ACA or ACCA qualified or qualified by experience.
  • Previous experience in an accountancy practice is essential
  • Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and taxation
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Experience with cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage is desirable
 
If you’re passionate about this position or are keen to hear more, please click on “apply” as soon as possible.
You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

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