RECRUITMENTiQ is working in partnership with a growing, client-focused accountancy practice dedicated to delivering high-quality accounts, tax and advisory services. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with our clients and supporting our team to develop their careers in a collaborative, professional environment.
We're expanding our Glasgow branch and need an experienced ACCA-qualified Practice Accountant who can hit the ground running. This is a portfolio-owning role where you'll deliver end-to-end compliance work with minimal supervision taking clients from trial balance through to signed accounts and filed returns, quickly and accurately.
If you thrive on autonomy, enjoy variety, and want to work somewhere you'll be valued, this could be the perfect next step.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare year-end and statutory accounts (limited companies, sole traders, partnerships) under UK GAAP
Produce management accounts, cashflow insights and KPI packs to support client decision-making
Prepare and e-file corporation tax returns (CT600 with iXBRL), VAT (Making Tax Digital compliant) and self-assessment returns
Use Xero daily for bookkeeping, reconciliations, workpaper reviews and Xero Tax submissions
Manage client queries professionally and ensure all deadlines (HMRC/Companies House) are met
Review and support junior team members whilst helping to improve internal processes
Identify legitimate, compliant tax planning opportunities for clientscapital allowances (AIA/Super-deductions), loss reliefs, R&D, director remuneration/dividends planningwithin HMRC guidance and UK GAAP
What We're Looking For
Essential:
ACCA qualified with full membership
Minimum 3 years' post-qualified experience (PQE) in a UK accountancy practice
Proven, hands-on experience with CT600 and Xero Tax e-filing (end-to-end, not just bookkeeping)
Ability to operate autonomously and pick up an existing portfolio quickly
Strong working knowledge of UK GAAP, VAT (including MTD) and SME taxation
Excellent communication, organisation and time-management skills
On-site only at our Glasgow branch
What We Offer
Competitive salary: £40,000£45,000 depending on experience
25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
Workplace pension scheme
Funded ACCA membership and CPD
On-site parking
Supportive, collaborative team with genuine opportunities for progression
How to Apply
Email your CV and a short cover note confirming::
Your ACCA membership number and year qualified
Years of post-qualified UK practice experience
Examples of CT600/Xero Tax e-filings you've handled end-to-end
Your notice period
It's an opportunity to take real ownership, work with interesting clients, and be part of a team that genuinely values your expertise. If you're an experienced accountant looking for a role where your skills will be recognised and your career progression supported, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send your up to date CV and cover letter for consideration.
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