Semi Senior Accountant

  • WestonBrook Associates Ltd.
  • Basildon, Essex
  • Oct 25, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Semi Senior / Senior Accountant

Full Time or Part Time

Reputable Independent Accountancy Practice Near Chelmsford

£25,000 - £32,000

Is the perfect role for you one where you could simply enjoy the work you do, support clients you know, and work within a friendly practice that values your contribution without an expectation of development or qualification? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Career success in accountancy doesn't always look like management or Partnership. It's about doing a job you genuinely enjoy, being part of a supportive team and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Our client is a well-established and reputable independent accountancy practice near Chelmsford. They've built an excellent reputation for providing a personal service to a loyal client base, whilst creating a well established team and friendly environment.

They're looking to recruit a Semi Senior (or Senior) Accountant who enjoys the core fundamentals of practice work and wants to continue developing their experience without the pressure or expectation of climbing the management ladder.

The Role

As part of a friendly and experienced team, you'll be involved in:

  • Preparing accounts for a varied portfolio of businesses including small Ltd. companies, sole traders owner managed businesses and larger corporate entities.
  • Completing VAT returns
  • Preparing personal tax returns
  • Assisting with corporate tax computations (CT600)
  • Liaising directly with clients and answering day-to-day queries
  • Supporting Managers with a broad range of accounting assignments

About You

You'll have previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment at Semi Senior or Senior level and be confident undertaking accounts and tax-related work, looking for either full time or part-time hours.

More importantly, you'll be someone who:

  • Enjoys the technical aspects of accounts
  • Likes building relationships with clients
  • Takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work
  • Prefers a collaborative, supportive working environment
  • Values stability, work-life balance and being part of a close-knit team

Whether you're AAT qualified, ACA/ACCA part-qualified, qualified by experience or simply someone who has found their niche within practice, we'd be delighted to hear from you.

What's on Offer?

  • A friendly, welcoming and supportive team culture
  • A growing independent firm with an excellent reputation
  • Long-term stability and security
  • Varied and interesting client work
  • No pressure to progress or qualify
  • A role where you'll be valued for the quality of your work, not your ambition to climb the ladder

A Final Thought

Not every accountant dreams of becoming a Partner.

Some simply love preparing accounts, helping clients and being part of a good team.

And that's exactly who we're looking for. If this is you, please get in touch!