We are recruiting a job opportunity for a firm of accountants based in central Bedford, who are seeking a Semi-Senior or Senior Accountant to join their growing firm and team. The salary is negotiable and will of course depend on experience and qualification level, so is open within reason. They are looking for someone with accounts preparation experience to join their team, with any knowledge of VAT / bookkeeping and personal tax useful too.

Responsibilities:

• Personal and Business Tax work
• Accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
• Bookkeeping on various software packages
• Preparation of VAT returns
• Preparation of management accounts
• Meeting with clients and dealing with any queries they may have, as well as speaking with potential clients

Requirements:

• Some tax experience is preferable (but training can be provided).
• Accounts preparation experience required
• Confidence speaking with clients

Employment terms and benefits:

• Flexitime
• 25 days holiday Bank holidays
• Social events
• Pension - auto-enrolment via salary sacrifice scheme
• Employee introduction and client referral bonuses
• Competitive salaries in-line with market rate
• Full study support
• Free parking
• Personal development programmes to support career growth and access to a range of CPD courses