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Accounts Semi Senior
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A well-established and growing accountancy practice in Liverpool City Centre is seeking a motivated and ambitious Accounts Semi Senior / part qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA). The firm works with a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and corporate clients across a range of sectors and is committed to supporting employee development and career progression. This is a well-renowned firm that is passionate about its people, invests in staff development, and offers excellent work-life balance.
Your new role
As an Accounts Semi Senior, you will play a key role in the preparation of financial statements and supporting clients with the following (but not limited to):
- Preparing full sets of statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of clients.
- Producing year-end accounts from incomplete records through to final review stage.
- Preparing corporation tax computations and supporting schedules.
- Liaising directly with clients to obtain information and resolve queries.
- Assisting with bookkeeping and management accounts where required.
- Supporting senior staff and managers with client assignments.
- Providing ad hoc assistance to the audit team during peak audit periods (where applicable).
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This is primarily an accounts-focused role, with audit experience being advantageous but not essential.
What you'll need to succeed
- Part-qualified ACA or ACCA.
- Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment.
- Strong experience preparing full sets of accounts for a range of clients.
- Good working knowledge of accounting standards and financial reporting requirements.
- Experience using cloud-based accounting software and accounts production systems.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- A proactive and client-focused approach.
Desirable but not essential:
- Previous audit experience gained within practice.
- Ability to support audit assignments during busy periods.
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary dependent on experience.
- Full study support for ACA or ACCA (where applicable).
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing practice, with a firm who invests in their people's careers.
- Exposure to a varied, local, and interesting client portfolio.
- Ongoing professional development and technical training.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Flexible working arrangements (hybrid working and flexible hours)
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