Client Accountant

Who we are At Alchemy Accountancy, you can expect to join a close-knit team within a modern and growing digital practice, working with fantastic small businesses, predominantly in the digital, creative and media sectors. Our business exists to help these clients with all aspects of their financial operations. Our services range from data integrity and bookkeeping through to financial reporting, tax and business advisory. We use cloud tools like FreeAgent and Xero to keep things efficient, clear and collaborative. About the role You will own your own portfolio of clients and be their main day-to-day contact within the practice. You’ll build strong relationships, keep their records in good shape, and take responsibility for preparing high-quality accounts and tax work. You’ll also support Client Managers on larger or more complex clients, providing the underlying technical work they need to give advice and insight. What you’ll do Client work & relationships Act as the main point of contact for your own portfolio of clientsBuild positive, friendly relationships and provide a calm, helpful point of contactAnswer day-to-day queries on bookkeeping, software and basic tax questions, referring more complex matters to a Client Manager where appropriateHelp clients keep their records accurate and complete in FreeAgent or Xero Technical & compliance work Review and tidy bookkeeping prepared by clients and bookkeepers, ensuring the integrity of our clients dataPrepare working papers and reconciliations (bank, control accounts, accruals/prepayments, fixed assets, etc.)Prepare draft statutory accounts for limited companies from trial balance, ready for reviewPrepare corporation tax computations and draft CT600s for reviewPrepare VAT returns, payroll submissions, and self-assessment tax returns as requiredAssist with management accounts (monthly/quarterly packs) where neededLiaise with HMRC on routine client matters (payment queries, statements, coding notices, etc.)Maintain accurate client records and job status notes on our practice management system Systems, processes & collaboration Use FreeAgent/Xero and our practice management tools to manage your own workload and deadlinesSpot recurring issues in bookkeeping and suggest improvements to checklists and processesWork collaboratively with Bookkeepers and Client Managers to provide a smooth, consistent client experienceShare tips and help peers with software or process queries What you’ll need At least 2 years’ experience in an accountancy practice environmentAAT Level 4 qualified (or close to completion), or equivalent experienceSolid understanding of:Double-entry bookkeeping and trial balancesLimited company accounts and basic corporation taxVAT (including common schemes) and payroll fundamentalsStrong experience with cloud accounting software – ideally FreeAgent and/or XeroExcellent literacy, numeracy and communication skillsExcellent organisational skills and the ability to manage your own workload across multiple deadlinesHigh attention to detail and good problem-solving skillsA desire to do things right, always, and to take ownership of your workConfidence with technology, and an eye for automation and efficiency What you’ll get £30,000 – £35,000 per annum (depending on qualification and experience)Funded training and support towards your professional qualification (e.g. ACCA)25 days’ holiday, plus bank holidaysChristmas closureParticipation in company pension schemeHybrid workingThe opportunity to work closely with digital and creative clients and build towards a Client Manager position