Semi Senior Accountant

Job Title: Accounts Semi Senior
Location: Reading
Employment Type: Permanent, Office-Based
Salary: £30000-£35000
Overview: We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Semi Senior to join our clients Reading office. This role offers a strong development pathway for part-qualified professionals looking to deepen their experience across accounts, tax, and audit within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
Key Responsibilities:

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  Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
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  Assist with corporation tax and VAT returns
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  Handle personal and corporate tax computations
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  Support audit fieldwork and contribute to audit planning and execution
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  Collaborate with senior team members to meet client deliverables
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  Maintain high standards of accuracy, compliance, and client service
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  Mentor junior team members and contribute to team development
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  Engage in continuous learning and CPD activities

Candidate Profile:

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  AAT/ACA/ACCA part-qualified or qualified
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  Previous experience in an accountancy practice
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  Strong working knowledge of Xero
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  Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications
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  Excellent communication and organisational skills
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  Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
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  Professional, dependable, and team-oriented

Benefits:

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  25 days annual leave + bank holidays
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  Option to buy up to 5 additional days
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  Business closure over Christmas
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  Life Assurance (4x salary)
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  Enhanced family leave and sick pay
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  Company pension scheme
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  Employee Assistance Programme
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  Corporate discounts platform
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  Access to flexible benefits including PMI, critical illness cover, dental, eye care, and cycle to work scheme