Accountant

Accountant – Client Portfolio

Location: Stratford-upon-Avon Area
Working Pattern: 4-Day Working Week | Hybrid Working Available
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum

Looking for Greater Ownership and Client Exposure?

Our client is a growing regional accountancy practice seeking an experienced Accountant to manage a portfolio of owner-managed businesses.

This is a highly client-facing role offering the opportunity to build long-term relationships, provide practical advice, and become a trusted adviser to sole traders, partnerships, landlords, family businesses and rural enterprises.

For the right individual, there is genuine scope for career progression and increased responsibility.

The Opportunity

This role combines accounts preparation, Self Assessment work, Making Tax Digital support and client relationship management.

You'll work directly with business owners, helping them understand their finances and supporting them with practical advice that makes a genuine difference.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Preparation

• Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders and partnerships
• Reviewing bookkeeping records and resolving discrepancies
• Preparing capital allowance claims and tax adjustments
• Managing partnership allocations and calculations
• Producing high-quality working papers

Tax & Making Tax Digital

Preparing Self Assessment tax returns, Managing HMRC submissions

Calculating tax liabilities and advising clients on obligations

Supporting clients with Making Tax Digital requirements

Advising on record-keeping and compliance

Client Relationships

Acting as a key point of contact for clients

Explaining accounting and tax matters clearly

Building long-term relationships

Supporting clients with financial systems and processes

Contributing to the continued growth of the local office

About You

You'll likely have:

• Experience preparing accounts for unincorporated businesses within practice
• Strong Self Assessment experience
• Experience using Xero, QuickBooks, CCH or similar software
• Excellent communication skills, Strong organisation ability
• AAT qualification or equivalent experience

Desirable

• ACA or ACCA qualified or part-qualified
• Experience with partnerships, landlords or agricultural businesses
• Knowledge of Making Tax Digital requirements
• An interest in working with owner-managed and rural businesses

Benefits

• 4-day working week (Hybrid working)
• Genuine progression opportunities
• Diverse and interesting client portfolio
• Supportive team environment
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Flexible working
• Ongoing professional development

This role would suit someone looking to combine technical expertise with meaningful client interaction and long-term career progression.