Job Description

Accountant

Whyfield: 4-day week employer

We are looking for an engaging, supportive, and experienced accountant to join our entrepreneurial and independent firm, with an existing high calibre of team members and fantastic clients both regionally and nationally, offering a huge range of support to business of all sizes including sole traders, partnerships, charitable organisations, and limited companies. The turnover of these businesses can range from several hundred to several millions of pounds.

The key tasks of the role are:

Accounts preparation

Company tax returns

Self-assessment tax returns

VAT management

Management Accounts

The successful candidate will take charge of their own portfolio of clients, and through building relationships, will have the opportunity to make the role their own. You'll work strategically with clients and colleagues to offer an enhanced accountancy service, which goes above compliance and focuses on providing business support, encouragement, and empowerment to enable our clients to be successful.

Need-to-haves:

Minimum AAT Level 4 (or AAT Level 3 but qualified by experience) Experience in a well-established accountancy practice, with a minimum of two years' experience In-depth knowledge of accounts preparation for a range of businesses and sectors Confident communicating directly with clients A good knowledge of using software such as Xero and QuickBooks Happy to travel to Threemilestone, Truro
The most important thing, however, is that you are keen to thrive in a career in accounting, working directly with clients and developing your skills.

Good-to-haves (and potentially more important attributes):

Excellent team communication and a proactive member of a team A good sense of humour with the ability to adapt and overcome and see the positive in a situation
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We aren't just on the lookout for someone with a long list of technical skills, we want to hear from a super-friendly, approachable person that is willing to go the extra mile to offer a top-quality service to our clients and be an ambassador and advocate for your profession. Someone who is keen to thrive in a career in accounting!

It is important that you hold the ability to work well independently and as part of a team. You may often need to work with other team members to meet a deadline, but equally, there will be occasions when you will need to work solo to complete tasks.

The benefits on offer are:

A company culture that promotes work/life balance - a 4-day working week comes with all roles at Whyfield! An individual development plan with clear progression and regular 6-monthly reviews Access to professional financial advice and planning A commitment from us to your continued professional and personal development

Of course, along with your salary, we will also provide:

Time off above statutory leave Paid CPD Bonus scheme Training support Paid professional subscriptions Comprehensive private health cover including dental and optical A list of company perks including a yearly Duvet Day, social and wellbeing events calendar, exercise bike and standing desk, and more
Salary: 28,000 - 34,000 per year.

At Whyfield, pay is not pro-rata for our 4-day working week. The salary shown is the salary you get, even though we work fewer hours. Meaning you have more time to do the other things you love.

This role is office-based, in Threemilestone, nr Truro.

Permanent, full-time position.

To apply, please fill in the Careers Form on our website.

whyfield.co.uk/accountancy-careers-whyfield

Close date for applications: 31st January 2026

Start date: ASAP

To note:

We will be interviewing as we go.

Apply here:

whyfield.co.uk/accountancy-careers-whyfield

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00-34,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Financial planning services Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Private dental insurance Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person