Your new company
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 offer 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).

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)
• Additional benefits

What you need to do now
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