Corporate Accountant (Qualified/Part-Qualified)
Location: Exeter
Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 (DOE) + Annual Bonus
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role:
We are seeking a Corporate Accountant to join a well-established accountancy practice and play a key role in their corporate team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified accountant looking to develop their career in a dynamic and varied environment. The role includes accounts preparation, tax, bookkeeping, VAT, and audit work, offering exposure to a broad client portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, prepare, and review accounts, bookkeeping, and VAT returns for a range of clients.
- Prepare personal and corporate tax returns, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations.
- Advise clients on accounting software (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks) and assist with system setup and troubleshooting.
- Stay up to date with industry developments and software updates to enhance efficiency.
- Provide ad hoc support to the line manager, including administrative tasks and team billing.
- Set budgets for staff and provide guidance on accounts completion.
- Train and mentor trainees, supporting their professional development.
- Maintain strong client relationships, handling queries in a proactive and client-focused manner.
- Undertake audit work, requiring some time out of the office at client sites.
What they Offer:
- Competitive salary (£25,000 - £35,000 DOE) + annual bonus.
- Study support for ACA/ACCA qualifications.
- Ongoing training and professional development in technical and soft skills.
- Holiday entitlement: Minimum 20 days + bank holidays, increasing to 25 with service.
- Additional day off for your birthday.
- Flexible working options.
- Company pension scheme.
What they are Looking For:
Essential:
- AAT/ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in accounts preparation.
- Strong understanding of bookkeeping, VAT, and tax return preparation.
- Proficiency in Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks.
- Solid Excel skills (intermediate level).
- Excellent client communication and supervisory abilities.
Desirable:
- Experience working with charity accounts.
- Familiarity with filing company confirmation statements.
- Experience using CCH software.
Why Join them?
This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a progressive and supportive accountancy accountancy practice. Whether you're fully qualified or working towards your ACA/ACCA.
📩 Apply now or contact me for any further information.