About Us: 

At Purple Bookkeeping and Personal Accountants, we pride ourselves on creating an enjoyable and professional workplace. Our mission is to deliver high-quality accountancy and related services, with a personal touch, ensuring that both our team and our clients feel valued and respected. 

Role Overview: 

We are currently seeking a full-time, permanent Accounts Senior to join our team in Poundbury, Dorchester. The ideal candidate will be organized, diligent, and skilled in communicating with both colleagues and clients. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Assist in the preparation of accounts for Companies, Sole Traders, and Partnerships, including tax returns and calculations. 
• Manage your own workflow to meet company year-end and other client deadlines. 
• Conduct thorough examination and analysis of client books and records, resolving any queries in collaboration with clients. 
• Processing and posting figures using VT Final Accounts software 
• Prepare all underlying schedules (accounts working papers). 
• Prepare accounts for review by senior staff. 

Qualifications and Experience: 

• While formal qualifications are not required, being ACCA/ACA part-qualified is advantageous. 
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts preparation is essential. 

Working Hours: 

• Immediate start available 
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 
• Core hours: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm 

Benefits: 

• Hybrid working options 
• Company pension scheme 
• Birthday off in addition to annual leave allowance 
• Flexitime 
• Free on-site parking 

Salary: 

£28,000 to £35,000, depending on experience