Qualified Accountant

  • LGS Vision Recruitment
  • Chelmsford, Essex
  • Apr 23, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

This is an amazing opportunity to work for a well-recognised leading specialist in their field, with the potential for huge career development, including a possible route to Partnership. If you're a chartered accountant with a passion for accounting and business, and you're ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!

What You'll Be Doing

  • Manage and develop a portfolio of clients, ensuring delivery of statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, and compliance work
  • Act as the main point of contact for clients, providing clear and practical financial advice
  • Review statutory accounts and tax computations prepared by junior staff
  • Oversee management accounts and client reporting, adding value through insight and analysis
  • Support clients with tax planning, VAT, audits, and general business advice
  • Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and tax regulations
  • Mentor and support junior team members
  • Keep up to date with changes in legislation and advise clients accordingly

What We're Looking For

  • ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
  • Strong experience within an accountancy practice
  • Proven experience managing client relationships
  • Solid understanding of UK accounting standards and tax legislation
  • Experience reviewing work and supporting junior staff
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Proactive and commercially aware mindset
  • Experience with TaxCalc and Xero (desirable)
  • Audit experience or RI status, or working towards it (desirable)
  • Experience working with SMEs (desirable)

What You'll Get

  • £45,000 - £60,000 DOE
  • An opportunity to work in a firm that's redefining accountancy, making it accessible, engaging, and fun
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Career development
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays