Qualified Accountant

  • Autograph Recruitment
  • Bristol, Gloucestershire
  • Jan 30, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Client Manager/Qualified Accountant

Central Bristol

About the Role:

We are recruiting a qualified accountant to join a successful, independent accountancy practice in the heart of Bristol. This role is offered on a full-time or part-time basis, initially as a 12-month maternity cover. A permanent opportunity may be considered for the right individual.

You will work closely with Managers and Partners to prepare statutory accounts for a varied and interesting client portfolio, ensuring consistently high standards of technical delivery and client service. This role would suit a confident, technically strong accountant who enjoys working with autonomy in a growing and forward-thinking firm.

You will be:

  • Preparing statutory accounts under FRS 102 for a diverse portfolio of clients
  • Working collaboratively with Managers to deliver accounts for Partner review
  • Managing your workload independently while maintaining high-quality output
  • Applying strong technical knowledge with minimal supervision
  • Contributing positively to a growing firm with a proactive, can-do approach

Your responsibilities:

  • Prepare statutory accounts for a wide range of clients in line with FRS 102
  • Ensure work is delivered accurately, efficiently and to agreed deadlines
  • Maintain strong client relationships through professional and approachable communication
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation within processes
  • Uphold the firm s commitment to exceptional client service

Requirements:

  • ACA or ACCA qualified (minimum 2 years post-qualified experience)
  • Proven experience within an accountancy practice environment
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly FRS 102
  • Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office; experience of Digita and/or Xero preferred
  • Professional, approachable manner with a proactive and adaptable mindset

Next Steps:

If this opportunity sounds of interest, please contact Laura Powell on (phone number removed), email (url removed), or click Apply to submit your CV for consideration.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Autograph Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.