Accountant

Description

Experienced Accountant - Join a Leading Accountancy Practice in Lancaster

Location: Lancaster
Position: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £30- 40k (DOE)
Experience Required: Previous experience working in an Accountancy Practice is essential

Are you an experienced Accountant looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive and progressive practice environment?

My client are a well-established and respected Accountancy Practice based in Lancaster, known for delivering exceptional service to a diverse portfolio of clients. As they continue to grow, they are looking for a skilled and motivated Accountant to join their team.

About the Role

You will be responsible for managing a varied client portfolio, delivering high-quality accounting, tax, and advisory services. This is a client-facing role that requires strong technical expertise, commercial awareness, and excellent communication skills.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
• Managing corporation tax and VAT returns
• Supporting clients with day-to-day accounting queries
• Supervising junior staff and reviewing their work where appropriate
• Assisting in business advisory projects and planning work
• Building strong client relationships and offering proactive support
• Keeping up to date with relevant legislation and compliance standards

About You

To succeed in this role, you will need to bring both technical competence and a client-first approach.

We're looking for candidates who have:

• Proven experience in an accountancy practice environment (essential)
• ACA, ACCA, AAT qualified (or qualified by experience)
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting and tax regulations
• Proficiency in cloud-based accounting systems such as Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to manage time effectively and work to deadlines
• A proactive and professional attitude

What Is On Offer

• A competitive salary package, tailored to your experience
• Clear progression opportunities and continued professional development
• Supportive, friendly team culture with regular training and knowledge sharing
• A modern, flexible working environment
• Convenient Lancaster city-centre location with on-site parking

Please call today for a confidential chat