Accountants Work, Jobs in Axminster, Dev (with Salaries)

Accounts Manager or Director
Westcotts Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers —Axminster
- From £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Leadership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Annual leave
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Senior Bookkeeper
Rekroot —Taunton
- £30,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Accounting
- QuickBooks
- Organisational skills
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Bookkeeper/Office Manager - Maternity Cover
Inconf —Exeter
- £25,000 - £33,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Microsoft Office
- Travel
- Communication skills
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Finance Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis
Leonardo UK Ltd —Yeovil
- £66,000 - £75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Continuous improvement
- Flexible schedule
- Referral programme
10d
Finance Assistant
Valor Hospitality —Exeter
- £14.42 an hour
- Hotel
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Accounts Semi Senior, Charities
Albert Goodman LLP —Taunton
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Employee assistance programme
Talent Acquisition and HR Officer Fixed Term Contract
Westcotts Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers —Exeter
- £33,150 a year
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Office
- Travel
- Human resources
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Annual leave
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Assistant Manager or Manager, Quality, Risk & Compliance
Albert Goodman LLP —Taunton
- Full-time
- Management
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
Tax Compliance Accountant
Leonardo UK Ltd —Yeovil
- £44,171 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP systems
- Flexible schedule
- Referral programme
Management Accountant
Old Mill —Yeovil
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Accounting
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Trainee Tax Advisor – Rural Succession & Advisory
Evolution ABS —Wellington
- From £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Financial services
- Communication skills
- Tax experience
- Free parking
- Profit sharing
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Marketing Executive
Westcotts Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers —Exeter
- £32,000 - £38,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Social media management
- Microsoft Office
- Travel
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Annual leave
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Manager, Outsourced Finance
Albert Goodman LLP —Taunton
- Business development
- Accounting
- Employee assistance programme
Finance Business Partner, Business Performance (2 x 12 Month Fixed Term Contracts)
Screwfix —Yeovil
- Hybrid work
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Senior Payroll Administrator
Albert Goodman LLP —Taunton
- Organisational skills
- IT
- Employee assistance programme
6d
Insolvency Administrator or Senior Insolvency Administrator
Albert Goodman LLP —Taunton
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Employee assistance programme
Finance Analyst
Howmet Aerospace —Exeter
- Microsoft Excel
- Oracle
- Microsoft Outlook
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Finance Apprentice
Griffin Chartered Accountants —Exeter
- From £17,000 a year
- Full-time
Early Careers Trainee
RMT Accountants & Business Advisors —Taunton
- Monday to Friday
- Communication skills
2d
Early Careers Trainee
Monahans —Taunton
- Monday to Friday
- Communication skills
Quick apply

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Accounts Manager or Director

Westcotts Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers -
Axminster

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time | Part-time upon request
From £55,000 a year

Benefits

Health & wellbeing programme
Additional leave
Cycle to work scheme
Matching gift scheme
Free flu jabs
Annual leave
Flexitime
Company pension
Work from home
Company events
Employee assistance programme
Free or subsidised travel
Private medical insurance
Sabbatical
Enhanced maternity leave
Bereavement leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Life insurance
Referral programme
Sick pay

Qualifications

ACA
Customer relationship management
Organisational skills
Relationship management
Leadership
Communication skills
Tax experience

Full job description

Accounts Manager - Axminster

We’re Westcotts – a Top 50+50 Accountancy Practice and Real Living Wage Employer, with over 290 team members based across Devon and Somerset.

We’re looking for an experienced and ambitious Accounts Manager to join our Axminster office on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a varied portfolio of clients, support and develop junior team members, and play a key role in the continued growth and success of the office.

This role would suit someone already operating successfully at Manager level, who is looking for a long-term opportunity with genuine, rapid progression potential towards Director and ultimately Partnership. It’s a chance to build a rewarding and successful career within a respected local firm, with strong community relationships and a people-focused culture.

Why Westcotts?

At Westcotts, we believe our people are our greatest strength. When you join us, you’ll become part of a supportive and collaborative firm where your contribution and career development are genuinely valued.

You’ll benefit from:

The opportunity to work with a diverse and interesting client portfolio
Genuine long-term progression opportunities towards senior leadership
A friendly and supportive office environment with strong local relationships
The chance to mentor and develop junior team members
A genuine focus on wellbeing and work/life balance
The opportunity to be part of a growing and ambitious firm with a strong reputation across the South West

Main Duties

This is a varied and client-focused role where you will combine technical expertise, relationship management, and team leadership responsibilities. Your duties will include:

Managing and developing a portfolio of interesting clients including audit and charity / not-for-profit clients, acting as a trusted point of contact and building strong long-term relationships
Leading, mentoring, and supporting junior team members, including workflow management and day-to-day development
Reviewing and preparing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
Preparing and reviewing personal and corporate tax computations and returns
Overseeing VAT return preparation and ensuring compliance with HMRC and Companies House requirements
Supporting clients with business setup and advisory matters, including company incorporations and HMRC registrations
Providing proactive business and tax advice to help clients improve profitability and achieve their goals
Being a trusted adviser in a varied and interesting local community
Ensuring work is completed in line with internal procedures, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements
Assisting Directors and Partners with technical assignments and specialist projects
Identifying opportunities to provide additional services and support to clients

This list summarises the main duties of the role but is not exhaustive — you may be asked to support with additional projects and responsibilities as required.

Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications

We’re looking for someone who is technically strong, commercially aware, and passionate about building trusted client relationships. You will need:

Experience working within an accountancy practice at Manager level and a desire to progress
Strong experience preparing and reviewing accounts and tax returns for limited companies and unincorporated businesses
ACA or ACCA qualification
Audit and charity / not-for-profit This does not need to be your forte but a basic ability will be required to give scope for development.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to support, mentor, and develop team members
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
A proactive and positive approach, with strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally
A friendly, approachable, and client-focused manner
A professional and team-oriented attitude with a commitment to delivering excellent client service

Terms / Benefits

36.25 hours / 5 days per week
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Annual salary review.
Opportunity to carry over 1 week’s holiday into the following holiday year.
Death in service 3 x annual salary.
Access to Westfield Rewards and Health scheme.
24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline.
Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving and Private Medical Insurance.
Introducing clients and team member commission schemes.
Pension 3% rising to 4% (but matched up to 6%) after 4 years’ service.
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay after one years’ service.

How to apply

To apply for this position, please upload your CV along with a covering letter providing information on why you feel you would be suitable for the role in particular in regards to the desired attributes, skills, experience and qualifications. Please also state your current salary (if applicable), salary expectations and available start date.

Pay: From £55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave
Bereavement leave
Company events
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Flexitime
Free flu jabs
Free or subsidised travel
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
Matching gift scheme
Private medical insurance
Referral programme
Sabbatical
Sick pay
Work from home

Work Location: In person

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accountants jobs in axminster, dev

Accounts Manager or Director

Senior Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper/Office Manager - Maternity Cover

Finance Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis

Finance Assistant

Accounts Semi Senior, Charities

Talent Acquisition and HR Officer Fixed Term Contract

Assistant Manager or Manager, Quality, Risk & Compliance

Tax Compliance Accountant

Management Accountant

Trainee Tax Advisor – Rural Succession & Advisory

Marketing Executive

Manager, Outsourced Finance

Finance Business Partner, Business Performance (2 x 12 Month Fixed Term Contracts)

Senior Payroll Administrator

Insolvency Administrator or Senior Insolvency Administrator

Finance Analyst

Finance Apprentice

Early Careers Trainee

Early Careers Trainee

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