Accountant

  • Gainham Recruitment
  • Durham, County Durham
  • Nov 06, 2025
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Accountant

A dynamic and growing Accountancy Practice based in Durham is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their growing team. This is a full time, permanent, hybrid position. You must be eligible to work in the UK.

The company offers a broad range of accounting, tax, and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients, including sole traders, partnerships, limited companies and contractors across multiple industries.

Hours: Monday Friday 9am-5pm
Salary Range: £30,000 - £38,000

Responsibilities to include:

  • Preparation of year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies in accordance with accounting standards and HMRC requirements
  • Provide tax advice to clients in line with current HMRC guidelines, including income tax, corporation tax, capital gains tax, dividend tax, and allowable expenses.
  • Preparation and submission of VAT returns, including knowledge and application of the VAT Flat Rate Scheme, standard VAT, and Making Tax Digital compliance
  • Manage bookkeeping reviews and assist clients with cloud-based software eg. Xero, Quickbooks
  • Assist clients with queries, support in building their understanding around the accounts and their business
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor, with frequent client contact

Requirements:

  • Minimum 3 years experience working in an accountancy practice environment
  • Qualified or part qualified in ACCA, ACA or AAT Level 4 or Qualified by Experience
  • In depth knowledge of VAT Flat Rate Scheme, Self-assessment, UK tax system, HMRC guidelines
  • Proficient with accountancy software such as Xero, and Quickbooks along with Excel and general IT competence

Benefits:

  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Professional development support
  • Career progression encouraaged
  • Free onsite parking


If you are used to working in a fast-paced environment and working with multiple client accounts at once, email an up to date CV to Sian at Gainham Recruitment.