Part-Time Accountant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Market Harborough
TYPE
Part-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£35,000 / year
CATEGORY
Finance & Accounting
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

AAT Level 3 Bookkeeping Cloud Accounting (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) Microsoft Excel VAT Returns Year-End Accounts Tax Work Attention to Detail

FULL DESCRIPTION

Part-Time Accountant

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is recruiting a Part-Time Accountant for a well-established accountancy practice based in Market Harborough. This position offers an excellent opportunity for someone with practice experience looking to develop skills and grow.

  • £30,000 – £35,000 (pro-rata)
  • 25 hours per week Monday to Friday
  • 20 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
  • Pension scheme
  • Study support available for the right candidate
  • Free car parking

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Preparation of year‑end statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders
  • Preparation and submission of VAT returns using cloud‑based MTD‑compliant software
  • Completion of personal and corporation tax work
  • Bookkeeping tasks including posting transactions, maintaining ledgers and completing bank reconciliations
  • Gathering client records, following up on missing information and resolving basic queries
  • Maintaining accurate working papers and ensuring deadlines are met

Required Skills and Experience

  • Minimum Level 3 AAT qualification
  • Experience within an accountancy practice in a similar role
  • Good understanding of bookkeeping principles and UK accounting and tax requirements
  • Familiarity with cloud accounting platforms such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills, with the ability to work to deadlines
  • Proactive approach with a willingness to learn and take on increasing responsibility

To apply for this role please visit recruitcrm.io.

Contact: David Hunter

For more opportunities, visit [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] at vanillarecruitment.co.uk or email [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

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