Practice Accountant

We are working on behalf of a well-established, friendly accountancy practice based in South Liverpool, recruiting for an experienced Practice Accountant. The firm is small, stable, and highly regarded for its personal, proactive approach to client service, with a close-knit team and a diverse SME client base.

This role will suit someone who enjoys autonomy, variety, and building long-term client relationships within a supportive office-based environment. The practice offers flexibility around working hours (including part-time options), long-term stability, and the opportunity to genuinely take ownership of a client portfolio.

Practice Accountant - Role Overview

• Managing a portfolio of SME clients as the primary point of contact
• Preparing year-end statutory accounts and management accounts
• Preparing VAT returns and self-assessment tax returns
• Supporting clients with accounting, tax, and software-related queries
• Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and provide guidance
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards, deadlines, and HMRC requirements
• Working closely with the wider team to support workflow and client service delivery
• Maintaining high standards of accuracy, organisation, and professionalism

Practice Accountant - Role Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience working within an accountancy practice
• AAT qualified or qualified by experience (QBE) with strong practice background
• Confident managing your own client portfolio independently
• Strong working knowledge of accounts preparation, VAT, and personal tax
• Good attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Proactive communicator with strong client-facing skills
• Comfortable working in an office-based role
• Enjoys working as part of a small, collaborative team
• Must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the office

Salary & Benefits - Practice Accountant

• Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 (full-time equivalent)
• Hours: Full-time preferred; part-time considered
• Standard hours 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday
• Hours can be agreed in advance to suit the individual
• Location: Office-based role, South Liverpool
• Holiday: Starting at 22 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to 25 days
• Company pension scheme
• Financial incentives throughout the year
• Free on-site parking
• Friendly, supportive working environment
• Social events during the year
• Long-term stability and opportunity to grow with the practice

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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