Location: Ringwood

Salary: £26k-£30k doe

Hours:9am-5pm Mon-Fri with some flex.  Office based

Benefits: A supportive and collaborative working environment, Ongoing training and development, Support with continued AAT study where appropriate, Annual salary reviews, Company pension scheme, 20 days Holiday allowance plus Christmas//NY shut down, Long-term career progression, parking

Aspire Jobs is working with a well-established and growing accountancy practice in Ringwood that is looking to appoint an experienced Accounts Semi-Senior.

This is a newly created position following a sustained increase in new business. The successful candidate will join a friendly and supportive team, helping the practice manage a growing client portfolio while maintaining a high standard of service and efficient turnaround times.

The role will focus on accounts preparation, bookkeeping and VAT work across a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses.

Previous experience within an accountancy practice is essential.

About You

We are looking for someone with solid practical experience gained within an accountancy practice.

To be considered, you should have:

• Around three years’ experience working within an accountancy practice

• Practical experience in accounts preparation and bookkeeping

• Experience preparing VAT returns

• Experience working with sole traders, partnerships and limited companies

• A good working knowledge of Xero or similar cloud accounting software

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately

• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines

• Confident communication skills when dealing with clients and colleagues

• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to the wider team

You may currently be studying toward an AAT qualification, already be AAT qualified, or have developed equivalent knowledge through practical, on-the-job experience.

Formal qualifications are welcome, but relevant practice experience and the ability to manage a varied workload are equally important

Location: Chandlers Ford

Salary: £ doe

Hours: Full time hours, office based but hybrid working is available after probation

Benefits: Parking, private medical insurance, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with the opportunity to purchase more, bonus holiday day for Christmas Eve (if on a weekday), training, pet friendly office, paid day off to volunteer for your choice of charity, Dress for your day policy, Life Assurance, 100% electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, enhanced maternity, partnerity or adoption leave, referral fees for recruitment and clients, Professional membership reimbursed, option to join private medical insurance, Employee Assistance Programme, various sporting events/socials, cycle to work scheme

Aspire Jobs are working with our client who are a dynamic, leading Accountancy firm who are now looking for an Audit Semi-Senior to join their team.   With a commitment to growth and excellence, this is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Audit Semi Senior / Senior to become a key part of their busy Audit and Accounts team.  With around 70 staff they are a social bunch and offer great benefits.  

The Audit Semi Senior / Senior will have :

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or part-qualified with proven audit experience in a practice environment
• Demonstrable experience leading external audits, particularly under FRS102 standards
• Confident communicator who can engage effectively with senior stakeholders and clients
• Organised, methodical, and self-motivated with a strong sense of responsibility
• Skilled in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with experience of IRIS Accountancy software considered advantageous
• Able to prioritise multiple demands and meet deadlines without compromising quality
• Full UK driving licence and own car essential due to client visits

Location: Bournemouth

Salary: £28-£35k DOE + overtime

Hours: 9am-5pm Mon-Fri  - some WFH once probation is passed

Benefits: 20 days hols + part of Xmas shut down extra, off-road parking, cashback plan, regular paid social events in work hours, pension

We are working with our client who are a well established accountancy practice.  Due to growth they are now looking for an Assistant Accountant to join their small friendly team.

They offer a tailored range of services to clients in various industries, including retail, hospitality, engineering, manufacturing, trades, construction.  Their proactive approach ensures clients are up-to-date with changing regulations and legislation, as well as helping their clients to achieve their business goals whilst looking at ways to be more tax efficient.

Ideally, your experience will be from within practice, but they will consider someone with good all round industry experience.  This isn't the right role for someone with just purchase or sales ledger experience. 

The culture of the business is very much based on trust, where you aren't micromanaged.  They need someone who can use their initiative and think for themselves.  It's down to you to manage your workload, but you are also expected to work as a team member, helping out others where needed.  They are a fun, friendly bunch who have a laugh but work hard when they need to.  You will ideally have experience of working to timed hourly deadlines.

The ideal Assistant Accountant will:-

• Experience in Accounts Preparation and Bookkeeping
• Knowledge of VAT and Taxation Advice
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Have good IT Skills with knowledge and experience in using Microsoft Excel, Sage Line 50, Quickbooks, Sage Payroll.
• Organised and Self - Motivated individual who can prioritise tasks required
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work towards strict deadlines, and manage your workloads accordingly.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Prior experience within a practice environment is preferred, however software specific training may be provided.