Bookkeeper / Semi Senior Accountant - Practice - Jems Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Benefits include:

• Hybrid working
• Study support, time off for exams and excellent career progression
• 25 days annual leave and salary review after 6 months  

Are you an ambitious and motivated individual looking to take the next step in your accountancy career? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established and fast-growing accountancy practice as a Semi Senior Accountant / Bookkeeper. This role offers a dynamic, supportive environment with excellent career progression and full study support for the right candidate.  We are seeking candidates with some ACCA exemptions via AAT or a relevant accountancy degree, who have at least 6–12 months of relevant experience in bookkeeping or accounts preparation for limited company clients, either in practice or a commercial setting.  Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of statutory year-end accounts for limited companies
• Submission of VAT returns in line with HMRC regulations
• Double-entry bookkeeping and maintaining client ledgers
• Processing payroll and managing related submissions
• Assisting with corporation tax computations
• Supporting the delivery of management accounts
• Acting as a client contact, managing queries, and ensuring deadlines are met
• Liaising with HMRC and other external bodies as required

Requirements:

• ACCA part-qualified, AAT qualified, or holding ACCA exemptions from a degree or AAT
• 6–12 months of relevant experience (bookkeeping/accounts preparation), ideally within in a similar role in practice
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, VAT, payroll, and year-end processes
• Experience preparing corporation tax calculations
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or similar

You will be offered a supportive and progressive environment where you will gain all round accountancy knowledge and the ability to qualify. There is excellent scope to develop upwards into management levels roles long-term, supporting the organisation with their continued growth plans. If you're ready to join a firm that values personal and professional development, learning, and a client-focused approach, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your accountancy journey!