Autograph Recruitment Ltd
Senior Practice Accountant
Location: Taunton (Office-based role)
Salary: £35,000–£38,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: Full-time preferred (part-time considered)
About the Role
We are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Practice Accountant to join a friendly and growing accountancy practice in Taunton. This is a varied, hands-on role that would suit someone with all-round practice experience who enjoys working closely with clients and being part of a small, collaborative team.
The successful candidate will take responsibility for a broad portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality accounting and taxation services while building strong client relationships.
There is genuine scope for progression within the firm for the right individual.
Key Responsibilities
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Prepare year-end accounts for a varied portfolio of clients.
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Prepare personal and business tax returns.
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Complete bookkeeping and VAT returns.
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Process client payrolls and respond to payroll queries.
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Support clients with Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements and compliance.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing advice and support where appropriate.
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Liaise with HMRC and other third parties as required.
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Assist with the smooth day-to-day running of client portfolios and support the wider practice team.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
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Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
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Strong all-round knowledge of accounts, taxation, bookkeeping and payroll.
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Experience working directly with clients and confidence managing client relationships.
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Good understanding of Making Tax Digital (MTD).
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Ideally qualified to AAT level (or qualified by experience).
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Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
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A proactive, team-focused approach with the ability to work independently.
What's on Offer
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Salary of £35,000–£38,000 depending on experience.
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Full-time role preferred, although part-time applicants will be considered.
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Office-based working in Taunton.
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Supportive, close-knit team environment.
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Genuine opportunities for career development and progression within the firm.
Next steps
If this sounds like a great opportunity and you can demonstrate the skills and enthusiasm required, then please click Apply to upload your CV for consideration. Alternatively, contact Jasmine Dorel on . or .
We also welcome confidential conversations about your career if this role is not quite the right fit.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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