Client Accountant

Are you a confident accountant looking to move beyond pure compliance work and build meaningful relationships with clients while developing your advisory skills?
Niche Recruitment is proud to be partnering with APS Advisory, a modern, relationship-led firm that’s redefining what great accounting looks like. With a strong reputation for clarity, responsiveness and high-quality advice, the business supports owner-managed companies with a proactive, cloud-first approach, placing relationships and insight at the heart of everything they do.
They are now seeking a Client Accountant to join their growing team. This is a varied and progressive role where you’ll manage a portfolio of SME clients, supporting with bookkeeping, VAT, and year-end accounts while acting as a trusted point of contact. You’ll play a key role in delivering accurate, timely financial information while gaining exposure to advisory-led work and developing your career within a supportive, high-performing environment.
Based in Chippenham, Wiltshire, this is a full-time hybrid role offering a salary of around £30,000 depending on experience, alongside flexible working with at least three days in the office; however, flexibility around working hours can be considered for the right candidate. Additional benefits include private healthcare after three months, enhanced holiday including your birthday off and Christmas closure, training support for further qualifications, and a collaborative, no-timesheet working culture.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage bookkeeping and prepare VAT returns for a portfolio of SME clients
Prepare year-end accounts to review stage for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
Act as a key point of contact for client queries, providing clear and professional communication
Support clients with cloud accounting systems, primarily Xero
Ensure all work is accurate, compliant and delivered within deadlines
Collaborate with the wider team to support workload and client delivery
Skills & Experience:
Strong experience using Xero (essential)
Previous experience within an accountancy practice environment preferred
AAT Level 3+ or qualified by experience
Solid understanding of bookkeeping, VAT and year-end accounts
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple clients
A proactive, client-focused approach with excellent communication skills
How to Apply: If this role sounds like your next step, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now, or get in touch with Niche Recruitment with any questions