Semi Senior Accountant

Accounts Semi Senior

Salary: £26,000 – £32,000 + Study Support

Location: Preston Area (Hybrid & Flexible Working)

Accelerate your accountancy career with a progressive North West practice

Looking for a role where you’re more than just a number? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly reputable and growing accountancy group in the Preston area, known for its collaborative culture, strong client relationships and genuine commitment to staff development.

As an Accounts Semi Senior, you’ll gain exposure to a varied client portfolio across multiple sectors whilst receiving structured support to develop your skills and progress your career.

The Role: Accounts Semi Senior

You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality accountancy services, working closely with senior team members and engaging directly with clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of year-end statutory accounts for a diverse client base
• Producing VAT returns (including MTD compliance)
• Bookkeeping and management accounts preparation
• Assisting with audit assignments and supporting the wider audit team
• Maintaining strong client relationships and delivering excellent service
• Supporting senior staff with ad hoc assignments and client queries

About You: Skills & Experience Required

We are keen to speak with ambitious individuals who are looking to continue their progression within a supportive practice environment.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years’ UK general practice experience
• AAT qualified / part-qualified (or equivalent QBE experience)
• Strong working knowledge of: Accounts preparation
• VAT and MTD requirements
• Bookkeeping software (e.g. Xero, Sage, QuickBooks)
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage with clients and colleagues

Desirable

• Studying towards ACCA or ACA
• Exposure to audit assignments
• Experience preparing management accounts

Career Development & Progression

• Full study support available (ACCA/ACA)
• Clear progression pathway towards Senior Accountant
• Exposure to a broad and varied client portfolio
• Ongoing mentoring from experienced professionals

Salary & Benefits Package

• Competitive salary: £26,000 – £32,000 (dependent on experience)
• 35-hour working week with flexibility
• Option of a 4-day working week
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (pro rata for 4-day week)
• Annual salary reviews
• Employer pension contributions
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Group income protection scheme
• Professional subscriptions paid
• Study support package
• Commission incentives for introducing new clients and staff
• Regular funded social events and team activities
• Supportive, friendly team culture

If you are an experienced Practice professional ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact

David Hawthorne-Finch

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All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.