Accountancy Practice - Semi-Senior
Salary/Rate:£25000 - £35000 per annum
Sector:Accountancy: Practice
Location:Mid Kent
Job type:Permanent
Job ref:RE18952
Post Date:May 18, 2026
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Meet Our Recruiter
Robin Eades
Business Director - Accountancy Practice
About the Role
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Accounts Semi-Senior to join a long-established, highly respected independent accountancy firm with multiple offices across the region. Based in Maidstone, this role offers the chance to join a progressive and people-focused practice with an excellent reputation for client service, staff development and long-term career progression.
This is the ideal move for a motivated “second jobber” looking to take the next step in their accountancy career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. You will gain exposure to a broad and varied client portfolio, work closely with experienced senior professionals and develop your technical and commercial skills in a firm that genuinely invests in its people.
The successful candidate will play a key role within the accounts team, supporting a diverse range of owner-managed businesses, SMEs and individual clients across multiple sectors.
Key Responsibilities
This position offers genuine long-term career potential within a stable, expanding and highly regarded independent practice. The firm prides itself on maintaining a collaborative and supportive culture where hard work is recognised and progression is actively encouraged.
Key highlights include:
The firm is keen to speak with candidates who are:
Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
This is the ideal move for a motivated “second jobber” looking to take the next step in their accountancy career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. You will gain exposure to a broad and varied client portfolio, work closely with experienced senior professionals and develop your technical and commercial skills in a firm that genuinely invests in its people.
The successful candidate will play a key role within the accounts team, supporting a diverse range of owner-managed businesses, SMEs and individual clients across multiple sectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparation of statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of clients
- Assisting with management accounts production
- Bookkeeping duties using a range of cloud-based accounting software
- Preparation and submission of VAT returns
- Supporting with personal and corporate tax compliance work
- Liaising directly with clients and building strong professional relationships
- Assisting senior team members with ad hoc assignments and client queries
This position offers genuine long-term career potential within a stable, expanding and highly regarded independent practice. The firm prides itself on maintaining a collaborative and supportive culture where hard work is recognised and progression is actively encouraged.
Key highlights include:
- Exposure to a broad and interesting client base
- Excellent training and mentorship from experienced professionals
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing multi-site firm
- Friendly and professional working environment
- Strong emphasis on work-life balance and staff wellbeing
- Opportunity to further professional studies and qualifications
The firm is keen to speak with candidates who are:
- Currently working within an accountancy practice environment
- AAT qualified or studying ACCA/ACA
- Looking for a genuine career move rather than “just another job”
- Technically strong with excellent communication skills
- Motivated, personable and eager to progress professionally
Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
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