Accountant

Accountant | Benfleet | £40,000 - £50,000 DOE | Full-Time | Established Accountancy Practice

Are you an experienced Accountant looking for a role where you can take ownership of your work, build strong client relationships, and be part of a supportive team?

We're working with a well-established and welcoming accountancy practice in Benfleet that is looking to add a talented Accountant to its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with practice experience who enjoys working across a varied client portfolio and wants a role offering genuine responsibility, variety, and long-term stability.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a key member of the team, you'll manage a broad range of accounting responsibilities while supporting clients across multiple sectors.

Your duties will include:

• Preparing year-end accounts, including Balance Sheets and Profit & Loss accounts

• Producing tax computations

• Preparing and submitting P11Ds

• Processing payroll and associated reporting

• Managing CIS returns

• Working across leading accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks and Sage

• Providing proactive support and advice to clients

• Building strong client relationships and responding to queries efficiently

• Supporting the wider team with accounting and compliance matters

What We're Looking For:

We're keen to speak with experienced accounting professionals who have a strong background working within an accountancy practice environment.

You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience within an accountancy practice

• Strong experience preparing year-end accounts

• Knowledge of payroll and CIS

• Experience using Xero, QuickBooks and Sage

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

• Strong communication and client-facing abilities

Qualifications:

We're open to candidates who are:

• Fully Qualified (ACA, ACCA, AAT or equivalent), or

• Qualified by Experience (QBE)

A driving licence and access to a vehicle would be beneficial due to the office-based nature of the role.

What's in It for You:

• Competitive salary of £40,000 – £50,000 depending on experience

• Join a supportive and collaborative team environment

• Varied and interesting client portfolio

• Opportunity to take ownership of your work and build client relationships

• Stable, long-term career opportunity with a respected local practice

• Friendly office environment based in Benfleet

Apply Today:

If you're looking for a new challenge within a reputable practice where your experience will be recognised and appreciated, we'd love to hear from you.