Are you an experienced accountancy professional ready to take the next step in your career? Our client is a fast-growing and highly regarded accountancy firm supporting thousands of businesses and individuals across Sussex. They are looking for an Accounts Semi-Senior or Assistant Manager to join their friendly and established Bexhill team. The level of the appointment will depend on your experience, making this a fantastic opportunity for either a developing accountant or someone ready to take on greater responsibility. What You'll Be Doing Reporting to the Senior Manager, you will: * Prepare accounts and tax returns for sole traders and limited companies * Support a varied portfolio of small and medium-sized businesses * Liaise directly with clients and resolve queries * Manage client records, appointments and administrative tasks * Complete bookkeeping and support financial reporting * Manage invoices, track expenses and prepare reports * Collect, organise and analyse practice data * Coordinate with colleagues, other departments and external providers * Help ensure clients receive an accurate, efficient and professional service What We're Looking For * At least three years' relevant experience within an accountancy practice * Ideally AAT Level 3 or above, ACCA or ICAEW qualified or part-qualified * Experience preparing accounts and tax returns * Strong knowledge of QuickBooks and Xero * IRIS experience would be an advantage * Confident Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills * Excellent written and verbal communication * The confidence to liaise directly with clients * Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines * A professional and discreet approach to client information * The ability to identify and resolve issues effectively Hours and Location This role is based in Bexhill and is primarily office-based to support the wider team. Standard hours are 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 5:00pm. Alternative working patterns may also be considered. Following successful completion of probation, up to two days of home working per week may be available, pro rata for part-time contracts. What's on Offer * 25 days' holiday plus bank and public holidays * Hybrid working following probation * Workplace pension * Cycle-to-work scheme * Free flu vaccinations * Enhanced maternity and paternity pay * Generous company social events * Genuine training and career-progression opportunities * The opportunity to develop within an ICAEW, ACCA and AAT-approved training employer Ready to take the next step in your accountancy career? Apply today for a confidential conversation with Placr Recruitment