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Audit & Accounts Semi Senior Newcastle-under-Lyme £28,000 £32,000 + excellent benefits Imagine working in a firm where your development genuinely matters, where audit and accounts are properly balanced, and where progression isn t just talked about - it s actually planned. At Dean Statham, growth is deliberate. Led by two approachable hands-on Directors, the firm puts people first and avoids the culture of long hours for the sake of it. Careers are built steadily here, clients are well looked after, and work life balance is taken seriously. As the firm continues to grow, they re now looking for an Audit & Accounts Semi Senior to join the team. The Role This is a genuine 50/50 Audit & Accounts role, making it ideal for someone who enjoys variety and wants to keep developing both skillsets. You ll work with a varied portfolio of Ltd company clients, from SMEs through to larger statutory group audits, across sectors including manufacturing, IT, retail and charities. On the accounts side, you ll be involved in: Preparing year-end statutory accounts under UK GAAP Producing management accounts, including journals, accruals and prepayments Preparing VAT returns for a range of clients Supporting with tax computations alongside Seniors Dealing directly with clients and building confidence in your relationships On the audit side, you ll: Prepare audit working papers to a high standard Support and deliver statutory audits for SME and group clients Identify risks and control weaknesses and feed these back to Seniors Build strong, professional relationships with clients during audits There is some occasional travel to client sites (such as Wrexham, London or Portsmouth), but this is infrequent and planned well in advance. Who This Role Would Suit This role would suit someone who has: 2 4 years experience in practice Exposure to both audit and accounts Experience working with Ltd company clients Confidence preparing audit working papers, VAT returns and management accounts A genuine desire to progress to Senior within a supportive firm You need to have at least 2 years of UK practice experience You ll likely be studying ACCA or ACA/ICAEW, with a solid foundation already in place and the motivation to keep moving forward.

Tax Accountant (2 5 Years Practice Experience) Location: West Midlands Salary: £25,000 £38,000 depending on experience and qualification Sector: Pure UK Accountancy Practice Build Your Tax Career in a Practice That Invests in You This is an opportunity to join a well-established, independent accountancy and advisory firm offering full-service support across audit, tax, payroll, bookkeeping, consultancy and business growth. The firm works with a diverse client base ranging from SMEs to larger organisations across sectors such as construction, manufacturing, retail and professional services, alongside private individuals. The culture is relationship-driven, proactive, and solutions-focused, with a strong emphasis on high-quality advice, integrity and long-term client partnerships. Employees benefit from varied work, modern systems, ongoing professional development, and a genuinely supportive environment where people are encouraged to build long-term careers. The Role As a Tax Accountant, you will work closely with experienced colleagues and gain hands-on exposure across both corporation tax and personal tax within a pure practice environment. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing corporation tax and self-assessment tax returns for a varied client base Supporting personal tax compliance for individuals and owner-managed businesses Assisting with VAT compliance and advisory work Supporting P11D and PAYE Settlement Agreement processes Liaising with HMRC where required Developing your technical knowledge and contributing to high-quality client service What They re Looking For 2 5 years experience within a UK accountancy practice (essential) Minimum 2 years experience in both corporation tax and personal tax AAT qualified or ACA / ACCA / CTA part-qualified Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines Experience using tax and accounting software such as IRIS, CCH, Sage and/or Xero A positive, proactive approach and a genuine interest in developing a long-term tax career You must have at least 2 years UK Practice experience Candidates from industry-only or in-house tax backgrounds will not be considered. What You ll Get in Return Salary £25,000 £38,000, depending on experience and qualification Study support and paid study leave 23 days holiday + bank holidays Supportive team culture with clear development and progression Why Apply? This is a role where you ll gain broad tax experience, work with a wide range of clients, and be supported by a team that values quality, learning and long-term progression. If you re looking to grow your tax career within a respected accountancy practice, this is an opportunity worth exploring.