Junior or Semi-Senior Accountant

Junior or Semi-Senior Accountant – Independent Accounting Firm

£28,000 – £33,000

Tonbridge, Kent

WestonBrook Associates are supporting a well-established and prominent independent accountancy practice based in Tonbridge that are now looking to hire an AAT qualified or part-qualified Junior or Semi-Senior Accountant to complement their team.

The firm works with a varied client base including SMEs, owner-managed businesses and not-for-profit organisations, offering tailored, relationship-focused services within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

This role would suit a practice-based candidate who enjoys bookkeeping and VAT work, alongside assisting with year-end accounts and monthly reporting, and is confident managing a varied client portfolio within a collaborative team.

The Role

As a Junior or Semi-Senior accountant, you will play a key role in supporting client finances, ensuring records are maintained accurately and deadlines are consistently met. You will work closely with senior staff while also developing strong relationships with clients.

Key Responsibilities

Completing VAT returns accurately and ensuring all submissions comply with HMRC regulations and required timelines

Managing day-to-day bookkeeping for a range of clients, keeping financial data well organised and up to date using cloud accounting platforms such as Xero, QuickBooks and Sage

Providing support during month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing schedules and relevant financial information for senior team members

Assisting clients with Making Tax Digital requirements, ensuring records are maintained digitally and submissions are completed as required

Acting as a regular point of contact for clients, responding to queries and fostering strong professional relationships

Supporting the preparation of financial statements across a diverse client base including limited companies, partnerships and sole traders

About You

Either currently working towards an AAT (Level 3 +) qualification or considered qualified through practical experience

At least two years’ experience gained within an accountancy practice environment in a similar accounts assistant / Junior / semi-senior role

Able to handle a varied workload efficiently, particularly within a busy and deadline-driven setting

Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce high-quality, accurate work

Confident communicating with clients, demonstrating a professional and service-focused approach

Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously, while also being a reliable and collaborative team member

If you are looking to develop your career within a forward-thinking and reputable accounting practice, WestonBrook Associates would welcome the opportunity to discuss this role with you in confidence.

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