Salary: up to 50K Location: Ashby/Derby Schedule: 4-Day Work Week (if applicable) Are you an experienced Accountant looking for a role where your expertise is valued and your work–life balance is respected? We’re supporting a growing, reputable firm in hiring an Accountant to join their expanding team. This role offers autonomy, variety, and the chance to work directly with diverse clients. Key Responsibilities * Prepare and review accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies * Manage bookkeeping, reconciliations, journals, and adjustments * Prepare and submit VAT returns and management accounts * Assist with year-end accounts and financial reports * Liaise directly with clients, HMRC, and external stakeholders * Ensure accuracy, compliance, and high-quality financial output What We’re Looking For * Background as an Accountant in practice or multi-client environment * Strong experience with Xero or other cloud accounting software * Solid understanding of VAT, reconciliations, and financial reporting * Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills * Confident communicator with client-facing experience * Ideally AAT qualified / QBE / Part-qualified (ACCA/ACA) What’s in It for You? * 4-day working week (if applicable) * Flexible hours + Work-from-home options * Private healthcare * Company pension...