Chartered Accountant

Chartered Accountant
Location: Wrexham
Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 (DOE)

We are working with a well-established Accounting Firm based in Wrexham who are seeking a motivated and skilled Chartered Accountant (ACA/ACCA). You ll take on work from senior colleagues, build your own client portfolio, and become a trusted advisor. This role includes accounts preparation, tax compliance, advisory work, and mentoring junior staff.

What You ll Do
Client Management

• Manage and grow your own portfolio of clients.
• Lead client meetings and handle queries.
• Become a trusted point of contact be due to handling day-to-day client queries.
• Build strong relationships and add value.

Accounts & Tax

• Prepare year-end accounts for companies, partnerships, charities, and sole traders.
• Review junior staff work and provide feedback.
• Prepare and review tax returns (corporation, personal, VAT, CIS).
• Advise on tax planning and assist with HMRC queries.

Cloud Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Support clients with bookkeeping and system improvements.
• Help transition clients to cloud software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage).

Advisory Services

• Prepare management accounts, budgets, and forecasts.
• Provide commercial insights and suggestions.

Team Support

• Train and mentor junior team members.
• Participate in internal training sessions and CPD activities.
• Share knowledge and contribute to a positive team culture.

What We re Looking For
Essential:

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Strong UK tax knowledge.
• Experience with cloud accounting software.
• Excellent communication skills.

Desirable:

• Practice experience.
• Experience training or supervising junior staff.
• Exposure to advisory projects.
• A proactive interest in digital process improvements.

Skills & Competencies

• Professional and discreet.
• Detail-oriented and organised.
• Strong communicator and relationship builder.
• Problem-solving mindset.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + performance bonuses.
• Clear career progression and client portfolio growth.
• CPD and training opportunities.
• Flexible/hybrid working options.
• Varied client base across sectors.
• On-site parking.
• Wellness packages (Bluecrest).
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Birthday off after 12 months.