Practice Accountant

Our client is a charted accountancy firm based in Worcestershire, who is looking for an Accountant with experience in management accounts, bookkeeping, and VAT to manage a portfolio of clients. The role is paying up to £42k and requires 3 days per week in the office. Experience in practice is essential.

What you'll do:

• Manage a diverse portfolio of owner-managed business clients, ensuring their financial records are maintained accurately and efficiently.
• Prepare management accounts including month-end journals, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for multiple clients.
• Complete and submit VAT returns using practical VAT knowledge to identify queries and resolve issues promptly.
• Provide comprehensive bookkeeping support by maintaining up-to-date accounting records for each client.
• Work with CIS and PAYE/payroll-related accounting information where relevant to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Balance multiple recurring deadlines such as VAT submissions, management accounts cycles, and urgent client requests simultaneously.
• Proactively chase information from clients, anticipate requirements, and keep work progressing without needing reminders from colleagues or clients.
• Manage client expectations professionally by responding to changing priorities and urgent requests with sensitivity and understanding.
• Utilise cloud accoun...