Job Description

Qualified Accountant - Maternity Leave - Start date 1.3.26

We are seeking a qualified accountant to join our Business Services Team on a part?time basis (22 hours per week, can be spread across 3 or 4 days) to provide maternity cover for a fixed 12?month contract. This role sits within a successful, independent accountancy practice located in the heart of Bristol.

We are looking for an experienced manager to oversee the preparation of statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of clients. The role will involve helping to develop a team of trainee accountants, working with other managers within the team to ensure we maintain a high level of client service.

Our diverse and growing client base includes high growth tech start-ups and other corporate clients; charities and not-for profit organisations; and private clients. The role requires both technical expertise and a commitment to exceptional client service. Our managers are involved in many aspects of the firm's management and administration, including work scheduling, client take on, and billing. We are a growing practice and the setting and monitoring of project budgets is key.

The ideal candidate should have a professional, confident and approachable manner and possess strong technical accounting and organisation skills. Experience of managing a team and junior members of staff is required. The candidate will have the can do attitude that is required in a growing firm.

Qualifications and skills:

Qualified ACA or ACCA accountant (min 2 yr PQE) Excellent technical skills and experience of providing exceptional client service in an accounting firm Ability to manage a team including mentoring trainees Interested in continuous improvement and innovation to deliver premium service Excellent IT skills, including experience of Microsoft Office - a good knowledge of Digita or Xero is preferable, as well as experience of other accounting packages The ability to work well under pressure, confident interpersonal skills coupled with excellent organisational and communication skills (both oral and written).
In return we offer

Competitive salary 45K-55K depending on experience. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. A contemporary working environment in a central Bristol location as part of a friendly and approachable team of experts
Closing date: 16 Jan 2026

Please send CV and covering letter to careers@corrigan.co.uk

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 45,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 22 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

Bristol BS1 4PB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

ACA or ACCA accountant: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person