Oakley Hill is partnering with a growing independent accountancy practice based in Maidenhead, with a reputation for offering their clients excellent accounting and taxation support & services. Having recently secured a number of new clients they are seeking a proven Bookkeeper / Practice Accountant to join their team on a part time (approx. 30 hours per week), permanent basis. The firm provides accounts and tax compliance and consultancy services for a client base of mainly small to medium sized businesses and high net worth individuals. They provide bookkeeping and payroll services alongside bespoke accounts and tax advice. The day-to-day responsibilities may include: General administration tasks including client onboarding Bookkeeping duties Assisting in the preparation of statutory and sole trader accounts Preparing VAT returns Preparing CIS returns Companies House compliance The role involves dealing with source information provided by clients - in both digital and hard copy form, with a view to completing the required VAT/CIS return or accounts. A thorough understanding of double entry bookkeeping is essential. Candidates will require the following experience & attributes: Self-motivated and ideally have previous experience with an accountancy practice Experience of working with one or more of the following accountancy software packages is required: FreeAgent/Xero/Quickbooks/Sage Good general IT skills, with competency in Microsoft Excel and Word Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to work independently while utilising the support provided by the wider team AAT/IAB/ICB Qualified or progression towards (preferred) The role is office based, with potential for working from home in the future on an ad-hoc basis. This is a part time, permanent role with approx. 30 hours per week - this can be performed over 4 or 5 days per week, depending on preference.