Client Accountant

£45k-£55k Hybrid & Flexible Working Study Support

Our client is an established and forward-thinking accountancy and tax advisory practice based in Henley-on-Thames, working with a diverse portfolio of clients including SMEs, high net worth individuals and larger multinational businesses. They are looking for an experienced Client to join their team. This is a varied practice role offering a strong mix of accounts, tax, VAT, bookkeeping and management accounts, alongside regular client contact.

The firm places a strong emphasis on its people, offering a supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development and the chance to build strong, long-term client relationships.

As an Client Accountant, you will work closely with clients and the wider team, taking responsibility for a varied portfolio of accounting work.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing year-end statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders
• Preparing corporation tax computations and returns
• Completing daily bookkeeping
• Preparing and filing monthly and quarterly VAT returns across all types of VAT schemes
• Preparing monthly and quarterly management accounts
• Liaising with clients to resolve queries and ensure work is completed to a high standard
• Assisting with the development and training of junior members of the team
• Delivering excellent client service
• Supporting Managers with ad-hoc work

• We are looking for someone who is
• AAT qualified and at least part-qualified ACA or ACCA, with a minimum of two years' experience working within practice.
• Working knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS 102
• Experience with CCH, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks and/or Alphatax would be advantageous, although not essential
• The ability to develop strong client relationships
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A hands-on and diligent approach
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good working knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook
• The ability to work under your own initiative and meet tight deadlines
• A strong work ethic and a collaborative approach

• Our client offers a competitive package, including:
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Flexitime
• Working from home
• 2.30pm finish every Friday
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Full study support, if required
• Pension scheme
• 23 days' annual leave, excluding bank holidays
• Annual leave increasing by 1 day per year post-qualified, up to a maximum of 28 days
• Corporate reward scheme
• Quarterly social events
• Free onsite parking
• Working for a prestigious boutique firm in the picturesque town of Henley-upon-Thames, famous for its vibrant community events like the Henley Festival and the Henley Regatta which you will be able to attend.

If you're an Client Accountant looking for your next opportunity in practice, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact RD Financial Recruitment for a confidential discussion.