Job Description

About BC&A

BC&A is a well-established and growing accountancy firm with offices in Portsmouth, Romsey and Swindon. We provide accountancy, audit and advisory services to businesses, charities and public sector organisations across the UK.

We have a specialist and expanding portfolio of town and parish council clients. Our work goes beyond basic compliance. We act as trusted advisers to council officers, supporting statutory accounts, year end reporting and ongoing financial matters. Our approach is hands-on, professional and relationship-led.

As the firm grows, we are investing in experienced practice accountants who want to develop, take responsibility, and progress within a stable and respected firm.

About the role

This role is aimed at a strong semi senior accountant with solid practice experience who is comfortable working with minimal supervision. You will take ownership of a portfolio of town and parish council clients, attend council offices in person, and act as a primary point of contact for accounting and reporting matters.

You will be trusted to manage your workload, liaise directly with clients, and deliver high-quality work to deadlines. This is not a training role. It is a delivery-focused position for someone operating at a high semi senior level.

Candidates should live close to Swindon and be comfortable with regular local travel.

Key responsibilities

Managing a portfolio of town and parish council clients
Attending council offices on site within a 5 mile radius of Swindon
Preparing year end accounts with limited supervision
Producing working papers, reconciliations and supporting schedules
Responding directly to accounting and financial reporting queries
Managing deadlines and ensuring timely, accurate delivery
Liaising with internal teams where required
Representing the firm professionally in all client interactions

About you

Minimum Level 4 AAT qualified
Proven experience in an accountancy practice at semi senior level
Comfortable preparing accounts independently
Confident dealing with clients face to face
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Able to prioritise workload and manage deadlines without close oversight
Professional, reliable and commercially aware
Keen to develop technically and progress within a growing firm

Growth and development

This role offers clear progression for the right individual. As our council and public sector portfolio continues to grow, there is scope to develop into a senior accountant role, take on increased client responsibility and more complex work, become a go-to specialist within the firm's council offering, and play a key role in mentoring junior team members as the team expands.

Development is practical and experience-led, working closely with senior members of the firm.

What we offer

Salary 35,000 to 40,000 depending on experience
Paid overtime
Mileage paid for all client travel
A role with genuine responsibility and autonomy
A stable client base and long-term work
Supportive but high-expectation working environment

Essential requirements

Valid UK driving licence
Access to your own vehicle
Able to travel locally during the working week

How to apply

Please apply via Indeed or email your CV to mills@bcaaccountants.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 35,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

Are you currently working, or have you recently worked, in an accountancy practice? Do you have a minimum of Level 4 AAT qualification? Are you comfortable preparing year end accounts with limited supervision? Are you happy in a client-facing role involving regular on-site visits? Do you hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle? Do you live within a reasonable commuting distance of Swindon?
Work Location: In person