Job Description

About Connolly Accountants

Connolly Accountants is an independent, expanding accountancy practice based in Milton Keynes, specialising in accountancy, taxation, and business advisory services for small and medium sized businesses. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and building strong, personal client relationships. With over 30 dedicated team members, we provide genuine opportunities for career progression and development.

The Opportunity

Due to a period of sustained organic growth, Connolly Accountants has a fantastic opportunity for a Semi Senior Accountant to join our talented team. This role is ideal for someone already working in a UK accountancy practice, who is looking to build on their experience and develop new skills. You will enjoy a supportive, flexible environment and real opportunities for advancement.

Key Responsibilities

Client Advisory and Relationship Management

Serve as the key point of contact for clients, playing a vital role in the business' success. Maintain and grow strong client relationships through exceptional service and proactive communication.

Technical Excellence and Project Delivery

Prepare Statutory Accounts, Corporation Tax Returns, Self-Assessment Tax Returns, and P11Ds for a varied portfolio of clients. Prepare Real Time Capital Gains Tax reports for clients. Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts. Regularly meet with clients. Ensure all deadlines are met while managing multiple assignments.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications

AAT qualified and studying towards ACCA/ACA qualification.

Required Experience & Technical Expertise

Minimum of 2 years' relevant experience in a UK accountancy practice. Strong experience with Xero or other cloud-based accounting software. Experience with Iris would be an advantage.

Core Skills & Attributes

Initiative-driven with excellent organisational skills. Meticulous, conscientious, and self-motivated. Able to work quickly and accurately while meeting deadlines. Ability to manage a varied portfolio of clients.

What We Offer

Salary circa 30-40k, commensurate with experience. Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home. Flexitime scheme and a supportive, dynamic work environment. Company pension, free parking, and private medical insurance. Health Assured Programme, sick pay, and enhanced maternity leave. Bonus scheme and real opportunities for progression. A collaborative culture where your contribution is valued and your career can flourish. Study support package (on completion of probation)

Application Process

Applicants will initially be interviewed by video call, and successful candidates will subsequently be invited for an in-person interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Milton Keynes MK11 1BN