13/10/2026
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We're looking for an experienced Practice Accountant to join our growing accountancy practice on a part-time basis.
This is a hands-on role for someone who is confident working independently and can take responsibility for client work from start to finish.
The successful candidate will take ownership of a portfolio of clients, preparing accounts and tax returns, dealing with clients and HMRC, managing deadlines and resolving routine queries without needing constant supervision.
The aim of the role is simple: to take responsibility for a significant amount of client work and allow the director to focus on running and growing the practice.
Please note this is an office-based role, located in a rural village with limited public transport — access to your own transport is highly recommended.
About You:
AAT qualified (or equivalent)
Previous experience working in an accountancy practice environment is essential
Comfortable working independently and as part of a small team
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and review accounts and tax computations for Limited Companies and Sole Traders
Take accounts to trial balance
Review client bookkeeping work and provide feedback
Prepare VAT returns (including partial exemption cases) and Making Tax Digital for Income Tax reports
Produce accurate and timely management accounts
Bookkeeping and year end adjustments
Review clients records and liase directly with clients
Identify and explain tax issues clearly to clients
Build and maintain strong client relationships
Work to deadlines and manage your own workload effectively
Communicate clearly with the Director and team
Use accounting software confidently (knowledge of multiple platforms is a plus)
Support with ad-hoc tasks as required
Technically competent and confident making decisions independently
Organised, reliable and detail-oriented
What We Offer:
16 hours per week
Flexible working hours
A supportive, close-knit team environment
Exposure to a wide variety of client work
A role where your experience and judgement will genuinely be valued
A friendly, established practice environment
Competitive, pro-rata salary based on experience and qualifications
Location:
Our office is based in a peaceful North Essex village. Due to limited public transport, having access to a car is recommended.
If you're a proactive, detail-oriented accountant looking for flexible hours in a friendly and growing firm, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Benefits:
On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
Clacton-on-Sea CO16 0BG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
accounting: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
