Accountant

Accountant – Part-Time

WSR is recruiting for a Part-Time Accountant on behalf of a friendly and forward-thinking accountancy practice.

Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 pro rata, depending on experience
Hours: 20 - 25 hours per week, with the potential to increase
Working pattern: Flexible hours, including school hours
Location: Olney - Flexible working available, with free onsite parking

Are you an experienced practice accountant looking for a flexible role that fits around your life?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a warm and supportive accountancy practice where teamwork, approachability and professional development are genuinely valued. You will work with a varied client base, providing proactive accounting support and helping business owners understand and improve their financial performance.

The practice offers flexibility around both working hours and location. School hours can be accommodated, making this an ideal opportunity for someone seeking a rewarding role with a healthy work-life balance.

The Role

As an Accountant, your responsibilities will include:

Preparing self-assessment tax returns, management accounts and corporation tax returns
Supporting clients with Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment
Reviewing limited company accounts prepared by other team members before finalisation
Completing bookkeeping tasks using Xero and Dext
Communicating confidently with clients through meetings, telephone calls and messages
Providing proactive advice and helping clients better understand their financial position
Managing your own workload and ensuring work is completed accurately and on time
Contributing to weekly team meetings and regular MS Teams check-ins
About You

The successful candidate will:

Hold a minimum of AAT Level 4
Have at least three years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice
Be confident using Xero, with Dext experience also desirable
Be able to manage their own workload and work independently
Have strong communication and client relationship skills
Be proactive, organised and comfortable identifying ways to improve clients’ financial processes
Enjoy working collaboratively as part of a friendly and supportive team
Benefits

Salary of £32,000 - £35,000 pro rata, depending on experience
Flexible working pattern of 20 - 25 hours per week
Potential for hours to increase
School hours available
Flexibility around working hours and location
28 days’ holiday, including the Christmas closure
Private medical insurance
Company pension scheme
Regular appraisals and ongoing feedback
Peaceful rural office setting with beautiful views
Air-conditioned office
Free onsite parking
Complimentary tea, coffee and cold drinks
If you are an experienced practice accountant looking for a flexible position within a supportive and people-focused business, we would love to hear from you.

Please click ‘APPLY NOW’, or call the WSR Team at (phone number removed) for more info.

We appreciate the time and effort invested in your application. While we strive to respond to all applicants promptly, we kindly ask for your understanding in case of delays. If you do not hear from us within 10 days of submitting your application, please assume that, unfortunately, you have not been successful this time.

We will however keep your CV on file and review your suitability against any other vacancies we may have available