Audit & Accounts Semi-Senior (PQ)
Job Title: Audit & Accounts Semi-Senior (PQ)
Location: Berkshire
Contract Type: Permanent
Employer: Small to Medium sized Chartered Accountancy Practice
Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 per annumbase
Private Healthcare + 25 days holiday + pension 4% matched + life assurance + flexible hours
Hybrid working - 4 days in the office, 1 day from home.
About the Firm
We're supporting a respected small to medium sized Chartered Accountancy Practice in Berkshire with a strong reputation for developing staff and providing a diverse, hands‑on workload.
The firm works with clients ranging from 1‑man‑bands, partnerships and small limited companies through to £10-15 million turnover businesses across a range of sectors.
Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an Audit & Accounts Semi‑Senior who enjoys a varied role combining audit work, accounts preparation and some bookkeeping duties.
The Role
This is a genuinely mixed position offering exposure across the full spectrum of general practice work. You'll support Managers and Seniors on audit assignments, prepare accounts for a wide range of clients, and assist with bookkeeping when required.
It's an ideal step for someone studying towards AAT or ACA/ACCA, or equivalent, who wants strong client exposure and real progression opportunities within a supportive firm.
Key Responsibilities
Audit (30-40%)
- Assist in planning, fieldwork and completion of audit assignments
- Conduct testing, gather audit evidence and document findings
- Work onsite at client premises as required (mainly local)
- Liaise with clients to resolve queries during the audit process
Accounts Preparation (40-50%)
- Prepare year‑end statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and SMEs
- Draft corporation tax computations (training provided if needed)
- Work closely with Senior staff to finalise accounts for partner review
Bookkeeping & VAT (10-20%)
- Perform bookkeeping duties for a mix of clients
- Prepare and submit VAT returns
- Maintain accurate financial records using cloud accounting software
Client Base
You'll gain exposure across a varied and interesting portfolio including:
- Sole traders and freelancers
- Small Ltd companies across multiple industries
- Owner‑managed businesses
- Groups and entities up to £10-15 million turnover
This variety provides excellent technical development and career broadening.
What They're Looking For
- Experience in audit and accounts within an accountancy practice
- Studying towards AAT / ACA / ACCA (full study support available)
- Strong knowledge of bookkeeping and cloud software (Xero)
- Good communication skills and a willingness to learn
- Ability to work well both independently and as part of a tight‑knit team
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Full study support (AAT / ACCA / ACA)
- Clear progression pathway to Senior
- A friendly, supportive working environment
- Varied workload and real hands‑on client exposure
- Hybrid working (depending on experience and firm policy)
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