Accountant

Accountant
Barnstaple
£30,000 - £40,000 dependant on experience
Hybrid working
Monday to Friday Core Office Hours (35 hours per week)

Outsource UK are recruiting for an Senior Accountant to join a well-established and growing accountancy practice in Barnstaple. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice professional looking to broaden their expertise, work closely with a varied client portfolio, and continue developing their career within a supportive and collaborative environment.
The successful candidate will work alongside managers, partners, and clients across a wide range of sectors, taking ownership of client accounts while also supporting and mentoring junior team members.
The Role of accountant, you will be responsible for managing a varied workload and delivering high-quality accounting and tax services to a diverse client base including sole traders, partnerships, charities, and limited companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, charities, and limited companies
• Prepare corporation tax returns and computations
• Prepare personal tax returns and computations
• Complete VAT returns and assist with client queries
• Liaise directly with clients to resolve accounting and tax-related matters
• Support the development and mentoring of junior members of the team
• Ensure all work is completed accurately and within agreed timescales

About You:

• ACA/ACCA part-qualified, currently studying towards a professional qualification, or AAT qualified
• 2-3 years' experience within an accountancy practice environment
• Experience preparing accounts and tax returns for a range of clients
• Strong IT skills with experience using accounting software such as IRIS, Xero, QuickBooks, or similar
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work
• Ability to manage your own workload and work effectively as part of a team

What's On Offer

• Excellent career development and progression opportunities
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients across various sectors
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• 35-hour working week
• Early finish on Fridays
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail and lifestyle discount scheme
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

If you're looking to take the next step in your accountancy career with a business that values development, collaboration, and high-quality client service, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now through Outsource UK.

Inclusion Statement:

Outsource UK is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You'll receive fair consideration for your application regardless of your race, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or expression sexual orientation, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or age.

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We believe diversity of thought and background makes us stronger, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and life experiences.