Job Description

Job Title:

Semi Senior Accountant in Practice

Company:

SM Accountants Ltd

Location:

Birmingham

Job Type:

Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

About Us

SM Accountants Ltd is a well-established, independent accountancy practice based in Birmingham. We provide tailored, reliable, and professional accounting and tax services to small and medium-size businesses. Our mission is to deliver practical financial solutions that help our clients meet their obligations and achieve sustainable growth.

We pride ourselves on offering a friendly and collaborative working environment, where each team member plays a key role in our success. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further their career in practice and expand their experience across a diverse client portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Managing a portfolio of client accounts

Bookkeeping:

Day-to-day bookkeeping and maintaining accurate financial records

VAT Returns:

Preparation and submission of VAT returns across a range of industries

Payroll:

Processing payroll for clients, including PAYE, NI, and pension contributions

CIS (Construction Industry Scheme):

Managing CIS returns, ensuring compliance, and liaising with contractors

Accounts Administration:

Handling administrative duties such as filing, data entry, collecting documents, and managing deadlines

Accounts Production (Desirable):

Assisting with the preparation of year-end and management accounts, depending on experience Preparing accounts up to trial balance Analysing profit and loss accounts and balance sheets Posting and reviewing accruals and prepayments Preparing monthly management accounts Preparing year-end accounts Collaborating with other team members (including remote team members) to ensure consistent and high-quality client service delivery Using a range of accounting and payroll software, including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, and others

What You'll Need to Succeed

Must have the right to work in the UK -

sponsorship is not available for this role

Ideally part-qualified or qualified AAT / ACCA / ACA (or equivalent) Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards, tax legislation, and technical updates Minimum of 3 years' experience working within an accountancy practice Proficient in Microsoft Excel Comfortable using accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage Familiarity with IRIS, TaxCalc, BrightPay, and Moneysoft Payroll is desirable Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment

Important Information

Strictly no contact from recruitment agencies - we will not respond

No phone calls - all job-related queries must be sent via email

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 24,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Birmingham B16 8QG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person