Semi-Senior Accountant

Hays is looking for a Semi-Senior Accountant for their client, a highly regarded accountancy practice in Saffron Walden.

Our client is a long-established, small firm providing client-focused accountancy and taxation advice to a broad portfolio of businesses and private clients, ranging from start-ups to larger corporate groups. With a strong reputation built on trust, proactive advice and long-term client relationships, the firm offers an excellent environment for career development within practice.

The Role

As a Semi-Senior Accountant, you will work on a varied portfolio of clients, supporting both accounts preparation and tax compliance work, while gaining valuable exposure across different sectors.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparation of year-end accounts for a range of clients
• Assisting with both corporate and personal tax work
• Liaising directly with clients and responding to queries
• Supporting and supervising junior members of the team
• Working across a variety of accounting software packages

About YouTo be successful in this role, you will:

• Have at least two years'' experience in an accountancy practice
• Be part-qualified (ACA/ACCA) or part-qualified by experience
• Possess experience in accounts preparation, with knowledge of both corporate and personal tax
• Be confident using software such as IRIS, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks (or similar)
• Have strong communication skills and be comfortable dealing with clients
• Demonstrate a proactive, motivated approach and a genuine desire to develop your career

What''s on Offer

• Full study support (where required)
• Clear opportunity for progression within a growing firm
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Benefits package including:
• Private healthcare
• Employer pension
• Parking permit

What you need to do now
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