Job Description

Newly Qualified Accountant – (Practice Part Qual or QBE)

If you are near to qualifying and work in practice, or you have just passed your ACCA/CIMA and need a companywho values collaboration, teamwork, continuous improvement and accuracy, who will give you that stable base of great clients to work with, ones that you will nurture and grow with, working alongside a relatively young group of professionals, then this could be the role for you.

Your new role

As Newly Qualified Accountant reporting into the Director, you will:

• Accounts preparation and reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Own balance sheet reconciliations and maintain the integrity of financial data
• Draft statutory financial statements in line with accounting standards
• Prepare and file VAT, Tax and other returns, ensuring full compliance
• Support budgeting and forecasting cycles alongside budget holders
• Deliver financial analysis and business insights to inform strategic decisions
• Develop, improve and document financial processes and internal controls
• Lead or support projects such as system implementations or acquisitions
• Carry out other financial duties as required by the business

What you’ll need to succeed

• Nearly or Newly Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA or ACCA or CIMA) or Qualified by Experience within Accountancy Practice
• Newly qualified training from a good accounting firm
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial reporting standards
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills
• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with Finance systems and reporting tools
• Commercial acumen and ability to challenge and support operational teams
• Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset and strong organisational skills
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships with your clients
• Agile approach, open to new challenges, and able to work both independently and in a team

Must have:

• Full driving licence with access to a car, to travel to clients and occasional other offices

What you’ll get in return

• Competitive salary circa £35,000 – 40,000k, or if highly experienced, will negotiate further.
• Opportunity to lead high-impact finance projects and cross-functional initiatives
• A supportive culture that prioritises well-being and a collaborative team environment
• Please note that this is an office-based role, aside from visiting clients. The company prides themselves in creating a great office environment, a motivated team
• Career advancement and progression is always available and encouraged, or you may be highly comfortable where you are at. Either way, we’d love to talk through how you can flourish with this company.