Semi-Senior Accountant

4798656
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Saffron Walden
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Part Qualified Accountant
  • Industry

    Accountancy Firms
  • Pay

    Highly competitive + study support

Semi-Senior Accountant job with a full study package in Saffron Walden

Hays is looking for a Semi-Senior Accountant for their client, a highly regarded accountancy practice in Saffron Walden.
Our client is a long-established, small firm providing client-focused accountancy and taxation advice to a broad portfolio of businesses and private clients, ranging from start-ups to larger corporate groups. With a strong reputation built on trust, proactive advice and long-term client relationships, the firm offers an excellent environment for career development within practice.

The Role
As a Semi-Senior Accountant, you will work on a varied portfolio of clients, supporting both accounts preparation and tax compliance work, while gaining valuable exposure across different sectors.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Preparation of year-end accounts for a range of clients
  • Assisting with both corporate and personal tax work
  • Liaising directly with clients and responding to queries
  • Supporting and supervising junior members of the team
  • Working across a variety of accounting software packages

About You
To be successful in this role, you will:
  • Have at least two years’ experience in an accountancy practice
  • Be part-qualified (ACA/ACCA) or part-qualified by experience
  • Possess experience in accounts preparation, with knowledge of both corporate and personal tax
  • Be confident using software such as IRIS, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks (or similar)
  • Have strong communication skills and be comfortable dealing with clients
  • Demonstrate a proactive, motivated approach and a genuine desire to develop your career

What’s on Offer
  • Full study support (where required)
  • Clear opportunity for progression within a growing firm
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Benefits package including:
    • Private healthcare
    • Employer pension
    • Parking permit


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