Your new firm This independent chartered accountancy firm based in the Northwest is seeking to appoint an Accountant into their large and spacious office in the heart of Chester. This role has come around following an extended period of company growth, presenting an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and committed candidate who is seeking to join a firm with a true people focus. Your new role In this Accountant role, you will be responsible for overseeing and preparing year-end, management accounts, VAT and tax returns for a diverse portfolio of clients working with a range of turnovers, reporting to managers alongside your work. Day-to-day duties will also include taking an active role in supporting the wider team members within the firm. You will also be required to develop strong client knowledge and build strong client relationships. What you'll need to succeed The firm is seeking a professional Accountant who possesses previous experience within practice, preparing statutory accounts, management accounts, tax and VAT returns, as well as some exposure to training junior team members. You will be ACA/ACCA/AAT qualified or part-qualified or qualified by experience (QBE). To succeed in this role, you will need strong knowledge of accountancy software whilst being eager to learn and progress professionally within the firm, which will allow you to benefit from the comprehensive support on offer. What you'll get in return This Chester based accounts role is an excellent opportunity to join a strong accountancy firm that will directly benefit your professional development through exposure to a diverse range of clients and industries, whilst also providing ample growth opportunities. The organisation will offer you a competitive salary (depending on experience/qualifications) which includes a generous holiday package and above average pension contributions. The firm is also open to part-time options. Additionally, the package offers an array of schemes and internal benefits, including 35 hour weeks and hybrid/flexible working hours to help maintain a healthy work life balance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk