via Reed · 29 August 2026 ·21 days ago

Accountant - diverse clients, supportive firm, progressive role

Reed
Halstead Full-time GBP 33,000 – 40,000
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Reed Practice have been engaged by a respectable chartered certified accountancy firm based in Colchester, to recruit an Accountant for their high calibre team.

The firm has been providing businesses and individuals services for decades, but still move with the times, adapting to changing markets, a testament to their outlook, talents and service.

The role of Accountant will include -

  • Preparing Sole Trader, Partnership and Limited Company accounts for a variety of clients, to FRS 102 Section A and FRS 105

  • Preparing associated Corporation Tax returns.

  • Preparing self-assessment tax returns

  • Providing bookkeeping services and supporting clients with their bookkeeping queries when required.

  • Liaising with H M Revenue & Customs on behalf of, and regarding clients.

  • Advising clients on a variety of queries.

  • You will use various systems such as Xero, Quickbooks, Sage, Excel, Dext, CCH

The firm take pride in developing their staff and offer a welcoming, collaborative and supportive environment and the team are of a high calibre.

We invite those with the following to apply:

  • AAT or ACCA qualified (preferred)

  • Strong Xero experience (strongly desired)

  • Proven experience providing accounting services within an accounting firm working to FRS 102

  • Excellent skills in communicating, organising, time keeping

What’s on Offer
  • A competitive salary and attractive benefits package

  • Genuine career development and progression opportunities

  • Supportive leadership and a motivated, high-calibre team environment

  • The chance to join a respected firm that continues to grow and modernise

  • Hybrid working

If you enjoy variety, client interaction, and being part of a high-performing team, this is an excellent opportunity. Contact Natalie Harden at Reed to learn more about how this move could be the one for you.

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