In a nutshell
You’ll play a key role in delivering accurate financial information and supporting clients with a range of accounting, audit and compliance needs. This is a varied role offering a blend of accounts preparation and audit work, alongside exposure to tax, bookkeeping and advisory services. You’ll work with a diverse client base, including law firms, gaining experience across multiple service lines while building strong technical and client‑facing skills. Experience with law firm clients and an understanding of Solicitors’ Accounts Rules (SAR) would be beneficial, but training can be provided.
What you'll be doing day to day
1. Preparing accurate financial information and year‑end accounts for a range of clients, including law firms
2. Supporting audit engagements, including assisting with fieldwork, testing and documentation
3. Producing management accounts, forecasts and financial projections
4. Preparing personal, partnership and company tax computations, along with VAT returns
5. Preparing discussion documents to accompany client accounts, including detailed analysis and benchmarking
6. Delivering bookkeeping services, including income and expenditure recording and bank reconciliations
7. Monitoring job progress against budgets and ensuring work is completed to agreed timescales
8. Gathering and analysing financial data to support planning and decision‑making
9. Identifying technical or client‑specific issues and recommending practical solutions
10. Liaising with clients and colleagues to build effective working relationships
11. Supporting and supervising junior team members where appropriate
About you
12. AAT / ACCA / ACA qualified (or equivalent), or part‑qualified with relevant experience
13. Previous accounting experience within a private practice environment
14. Comfortable working across a mix of accounts and audit assignments
15. Proficient in automated accounting software and computer‑based accounts and tax programmes
16. Strong MS Excel, Word and Outlook skills
17. Experience with law firm clients and SAR compliance would be advantageous