Corporate Accountant (Qualified/Part-Qualified)
Location: Exeter
Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 (DOE) + Annual Bonus
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role:
We are seeking a Corporate Accountant to join a well-established accountancy practice and play a key role in their corporate team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified accountant looking to develop their career in a dynamic and varied environment. The role includes accounts preparation, tax, bookkeeping, VAT, and audit work, offering exposure to a broad client portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan, prepare, and review accounts, bookkeeping, and VAT returns for a range of clients.
Prepare personal and corporate tax returns, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations.
Advise clients on accounting software (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks) and assist with system setup and troubleshooting.
Stay up to date with industry developments and software updates to enhance efficiency.
Provide ad hoc support to the line manager, including administrative tasks and team billing.
Set budgets for staff and provide guidance on accounts completion.
Train and mentor trainees, supporting their professional development.
Maintain strong client relationships, handling queries in a proactive and client-focused manner.
Undertake audit work, requiring some time out of the office at client sites.
What they Offer:
Competitive salary (£25,000 - £35,000 DOE) + annual bonus.
Study support for ACA/ACCA qualifications.
Ongoing training and professional development in technical and soft skills.
Holiday entitlement: Minimum 20 days + bank holidays, increasing to 25 with service.
Additional day off for your birthday.
Flexible working options.
Company pension scheme.
What they are Looking For:
Essential:
AAT/ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified.
Minimum 3 years’ experience in accounts preparation.
Strong understanding of bookkeeping, VAT, and tax return preparation.
Proficiency in Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks.
Solid Excel skills (intermediate level).
Excellent client communication and supervisory abilities.
Desirable:
Experience working with charity accounts.
Familiarity with filing company confirmation statements.
Experience using CCH software.
Why Join them?
This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a progressive and supportive accountancy accountancy practice. Whether you're fully qualified or working towards your ACA/ACCA.
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