Semi Senior Accountant

Salary range: £30,000 (DOE)

Location:
Chester (Ellesmere Port)

Butler Rose Public Practice North is delighted to be assisting our client, a modern and forward-thinking accountancy practice, in their search for a motivated and ambitious Semi-Senior Accountant to join their growing team.

As a Semi-Senior Accountant, you'll work closely with an experienced accounts team, supporting a varied portfolio of clients while continuing to develop your technical expertise and professional skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring accountant looking to build their career within a supportive and progressive practice environment. You'll gain exposure to accounts preparation, taxation, management accounts, cloud accounting, and client advisory services, all while working towards your professional qualifications.

• Work alongside Senior Accountants and Managers to deliver outstanding service to a diverse client portfolio.
• Prepare year-end financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Assist with the preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
• Calculate corporation tax and personal tax liabilities while identifying tax planning opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, becoming a trusted point of contact.
• Train and support clients in the use of Xero and other cloud accounting software.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to support the overall delivery of client services.
• Develop a strong understanding of clients businesses to provide proactive support and advice.
• Assist with the mentoring and development of Accounts Trainees.
• Ensure work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.

• Previous accountancy practice experience.
• Part-qualified ACA or ACCA status, with a commitment to completing your professional qualification.
• Experience preparing accounts and supporting client portfolios.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative and proactive approach to work.
• Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Excellent IT skills and confidence using accounting software.
• Experience with cloud accounting platforms such as Xero.
• Knowledge of CCH software would be advantageous.

• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave allowance plus an extra day off for your birthday
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• Fully funded ACA/ACCA study support
• Tailored learning and development programmes
• Company pension scheme
• Health MOTs and well-being initiatives
• Mental health support services
• A packed well-being, social, and community events calendar
• Clear career progression opportunities

This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious practice professional looking to take the next step in their career and join a firm that truly values development, progression, and employee well-being.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.