Job Description: Semi Senior Accountant
Location: Buxton
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 + Benefits
About the Company
W Talent Finance is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to placing high-calibre accounting professionals across both practice and commerce & industry markets worldwide. With a deep understanding of the finance landscape, we support clients ranging from leading professional services firms to established regional practices and multi-service professional groups. Our tailored talent solutions drive business performance.
We are partnering with a well-established, multi-service accountancy and professional services firm known for its strong regional presence and excellent reputation for delivering trusted advice to businesses and individuals. Operating across multiple offices with a sizable professional workforce, this firm emphasizes collaboration, consistency, and delivering high-quality outcomes for its clients.
The organization promotes a people-focused environment built around shared values of professionalism, teamwork, and integrity. It places emphasis on creating a supportive and inclusive culture where individuals are encouraged to develop, take ownership of their work, and progress within a high-performing yet approachable team environment.
The Role
As a Semi Senior Accountant, you will join an expanding accountancy practice team, supporting a diverse portfolio of clients while working alongside experienced accountants and professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within practice, gaining exposure across accounts, audit, and taxation while receiving structured training and comprehensive study support.
You will play an important role in delivering high-quality client services, while continuing to build your technical knowledge and professional experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the management of a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors
- Prepare company financial statements and accounts
- Produce interim management accounts
- Prepare personal tax returns
- Prepare partnership accounts and tax returns
- Complete quarterly VAT returns
- Provide bookkeeping support for clients
- Assist with audit assignments and related documentation
- Attend client meetings and build relationships with directors and business owners
- Support the training and development of junior team members and apprentices
- Assist with company secretarial duties, P11Ds, and payroll activities where required
- Complete general accountancy and administrative tasks as required
About You
- Currently studying towards AAT, ACA, or ACCA, or have completed a relevant accounting-related degree
- Minimum of 2 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice environment
- Experience with accounting software such as Sage 50, Xero, QuickBooks, or Iris would be advantageous
- Knowledge of MyWorkPapers and BrightPay would be beneficial
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills
- Good communication skills with the confidence to liaise with clients
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to continue developing professionally
- Strong commitment to delivering excellent client service
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary of £28,000 - £30,000, depending on experience
- Full study support for professional qualifications
- 37.5 hours per week, with flexible working around core hours
- 33 days holiday, including bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
- Pension scheme with salary sacrifice option
- Health Cash Plan (Level 1)
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Eye test support
- Social events and staff engagement activities
- Payment of professional memberships
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking or onsite parking options
- Employee incentives and referral schemes
- Staff discounts across a range of professional and personal services
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
Work locationSK17 6PU Derbyshire, Switzerland