We have a great opportunity for a qualified accountant to join a dynamic, forward-thinking practice. Our client are passionate about supporting ambitious professionals so this would suit someone ready to step into a role where you can own your portfolio and build real client relationships. The role is offered on a hybrid basis with four days based at their modern offers near Waterlooville and one day working from home.
As a Client Accountant, you’ll be the go-to advisor for your own portfolio of clients – helping businesses thrive through expert financial insights and proactive support. You’ll work closely with clients across a variety of sectors, guiding them on tax efficiency, growth strategies, and financial performance.
The role
- Take charge of preparing, submitting, and delivering accounts and tax returns for a range of clients.
- Supervise and mentor a small team of accountants, helping them deliver first class service and ensure deadlines are met and supporting their technical development.
- Check and review financial and tax work, providing constructive feedback that strengthens team performance and builds confidence.
- Support Senior Management team by improving key team metrics such as productivity, efficiency, and output.
- Maintain strong client relationships and oversee the onboarding process for new clients from initial bookkeeping and compliance tasks to smoothly integrating them into your portfolio.
- Access clients tax positions and offer advisory support on cashflow and budgets.
- Prepare and deliver impactful year-end meetings, providing insights that shape client decisions. Ensure all HMRC and Companies House filings are accurate and up to date.
Must haves
- Fully qualified (ACCA / ACA / AAT) with experience in practice
- Confident managing the full accounting process end-to-end
- Brilliant communicator who enjoys building client relationships
- Deadline-driven, organised, and solutions-focused
- Skilled in Excel and familiar with cloud software like Xero or QuickBooks
The salary is up to £50,000 with a range of generous benefits including pension, Healthcare Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme and holiday reward scheme. The is a hybrid role with four days based at the practice’s modern offices in Waterlooville, easily commutable from Portsmouth and Southampton.