Location: Chester Salary: £30,000 – £45,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualification level) Contract: Full‑time, permanent Reports to: Manager / Senior Manager / Partner
Role Overview
We are looking to recruit an Accountant to join a growing accountancy practice based in Chester. The role will involve managing a portfolio of clients, preparing statutory accounts and tax returns, and supporting clients with their accounting and compliance requirements.
This is an excellent opportunity for a part‑qualified or newly qualified accountant, or an experienced practice‑trained accountant, looking to develop their technical skills and progress within a supportive professional environment.
Key Responsibilities
Preparation of statutory accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships
Preparation and submission of corporation tax and personal tax returns
Managing a portfolio of clients and acting as a point of contact for day‑to‑day queries
Reviewing bookkeeping records and preparing year‑end journals
Preparing management accounts where required
Liaising with clients to gather information and resolve queries efficiently
Supporting junior staff with technical queries and workload management as required
Ensuring work is completed in line with accounting standards and internal procedures
Meeting deadlines and maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail
Person Specification
Essential:
Previous experience working in an accountancy practice
AAT qualified, part‑qualified ACA / ACCA, or qualified by experience
Strong understanding of UK accounting principles
Good organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Confident communicator with a professional approach to client service
Desirable:
Experience preparing accounts for SMEs and owner‑managed businesses
Exposure to cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage
Some tax knowledge across corporation and personal tax
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary in the region of £30,000 – £45,000
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Pension scheme
Hybrid or flexible working options
Support for professional qualifications and ongoing CPD
Friendly, collaborative working environment with progression opportunities