Accounts Semi-Senior
| Posting date: | 26 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £30,000.0 to £35,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive, DOE |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 March 2026 |
| Location: | Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1aa |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4774446_1772117994 |
Summary
Accounts Semi-Senior - Independent Accountancy Practice
Reading
Permanent, Full-Time
Our client, a long‑established and growing independent firm of chartered accountants, supports a wide range of SME, owner‑managed, and regulated organisations across sectors including professional services, property, construction, technology, not‑for‑profit, and retail.
Due to sustained business growth and increasing client demand, they are seeking an Accounts Semi-Senior to join their expanding team.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Department Manager, you will be responsible for a broad range of accounting assignments, including:
- Preparing financial accounts for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships across a variety of industries
- Completing monthly and quarterly management accounts, including VAT returns
- Assisting with larger and more complex accounting assignments
- Preparing corporation tax computations and returns
- Liaising with clients, partners, and internal teams to progress work and resolve queries
- Building strong relationships with clients through effective stakeholder management
- Contributing to team success by motivating, supporting, and helping to supervise junior colleagues
- Developing your technical knowledge and skills through self‑study and participation in the firm's training programme
- Supporting managers and partners with ad‑hoc project work, as required
Skills & Experience
- AAT qualified or qualified by experience
- Minimum 2 years' experience in an accountancy practice handling similar assignments
- A proactive, hands‑on approach with willingness to "go the extra mile"
- Experience working with SME/owner‑managed businesses
- Strong team player with a collaborative approach
- Good written and verbal communication skills
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