Job Description

Client Accountant / Senior Accountant

35,000 rising to 40,000 after probation

Location: Remote / Hybrid (Cannock based)

Hours: Full time

Salary: 35,000 FTE, rising to 40,000 after successful probation

About us

Expand Accounts is a fast-growing accountancy practice specialising exclusively in the construction and trades industry. We work with builders, roofers, scaffolders, HVAC firms and other trades businesses to give them proper financial control, tax-efficient structures and a finance function that actually helps them grow.

We are a small team of three by design. We don't run a volume factory. We keep client numbers sensible, work closely with our clients, and build proper long-term relationships. You'll know your clients inside out, not just their UTR.

If you value ownership, autonomy, and doing good work properly without layers of management, you'll fit in well here.

The role

This is a hands-on, client-facing role with real technical responsibility. You'll manage your own portfolio and be trusted to keep things running smoothly without being micromanaged.

You'll manage a portfolio and be responsible for:

Reviewing and overseeing bookkeeping, stepping in hands-on where required Producing monthly management accounts that are accurate, timely and easy for clients to understand Preparing and reviewing VAT returns, including construction-specific issues where relevant Preparing and reviewing CIS returns Preparing year-end accounts and Corporation Tax computations and returns Preparing personal tax returns for relevant clients where within scope Supporting and reviewing bank reconciliations and credit control processes Proactively communicating with clients around figures, queries and next steps Managing workflows and deadlines including checklists, review notes and quality control Overseeing onboarding for new clients including Xero setup, payroll and app integrations Spotting broken processes and fixing them quickly, both internally and for clients Supporting the Director with Finance Director / advisory projects as clients grow
This role suits someone who likes seeing the full picture, not just ticking boxes.

What we're looking for

You'll likely thrive in this role if you are:

AAT, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or QBE with strong practical experience Confident owning client relationships end-to-end Technically solid across management accounts, VAT, CIS and year-end work Very comfortable working in Xero (essential) Familiar with Dext and BrightManager (bonus, not essential) Organised, proactive and deadline-driven Comfortable managing a portfolio without being micromanaged Experienced with construction or trades clients, or able to learn fast Someone who takes pride in doing things properly and keeping standards high
What we offer

35,000 FTE salary, rising to 40,000 after successful probation Hybrid working, with the option to move to fully remote if it works well A small, close-knit team with genuine trust and autonomy Direct access to the Director and involvement in decision-making Clear expectations, regular feedback and real progression Clients you actually get to know and build long-term relationships with
How to apply

Send your CV and a short note explaining why this role suits you.

No long cover letters.

If you're practical, switched on and enjoy working closely with clients, we'll get on well.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 35,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexitime Referral programme Work from home
Application question(s):

How many years experience in a practice do you have?
Licence/Certification:

Qualification (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cannock WS12 2DE