About Us
Mazuma is a dynamic, innovative, tech-enabled accountancy firm. As we continue to grow, we are expanding our team of Accountants to help us deliver our mission; transforming the lives of micro and small businesses owners, breaking down financial barriers and providing the tools, expertise and support they need to thrive.
We do not operate like a traditional accountancy firm. Our work is highly systemised, technology-led and data-driven, and we are proud to do things differently
The Role
This role is suited to an experienced Accountant with a strong, confident grasp of managing and overseeing financial records including the preparation of annual accounts and compliance tax work for sole traders, partnerships, LLPs and limited companies.
As an Accountant, you will deliver exceptional customer service to Mazuma’s clients, providing timely and insightful advice, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal and regulatory standards. You will also play a crucial role in ensuring that deadlines are met and supporting our team of bookkeepers. You will need to be comfortable working in a tech-first environment, using MazApp, our proprietary, cutting-edge software platform.
About the role:
- Preparing/reviewing year end accounts for sole traders, limited companies and partnerships
- Preparing self-assessments
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns
- Corporation Tax returns
- Advising clients on a range of accounting and tax matters.
- Ensuring all deadlines and internal SLAs are consistently met
- Work in a systems-first way, using technology to drive accuracy, efficiency and scalability
- Actively engage with training and development, taking ownership of your professional progression
- Work closely with the Bookkeepers and the Accounting Team Manager to resolve queries and improve processes
- Consistently demonstrate the Mazuma values
About You:
You are an experienced Accountant with an AAT level 4 (or equivalent). You are technically sound, highly organised, and comfortable working at pace in a structured, technology-led environment
You will need to be intellectually curious, open-minded, and willing to challenge traditional ways of working.
You will bring:
- Solid, practical experience in Accountancy with demonstrable year end, tax and VAT return expertise
- High confidence using accounting software and digital tools, with the ability to learn new systems quickly
- Strong IT skills and numerical accuracy
- Outstanding communication skills to support our portfolio of clients
- Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and high levels of personal accountability
- An open and adaptable approach, with a willingness to work differently to traditional accountancy firms
What’s in it for you:
- £30,000 - £36,000 (DOE) salary per annum
- 31 days holiday a year (including bank holidays)
- 2 wellbeing days a year
- Private Health Care
- Life Assurance
- Company Share Scheme ensuring everyone is rewarded against Mazuma’s success
- Income Protection
- Pension contribution
As a family friendly employer, we are open to discussing the possibility of reduced hours and flexible start and finish times. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we will explore what’s possible for the role.
About Mazuma:
We are a market-leading, cloud based accountancy subscription business. We are committed to helping small and micro businesses succeed and grow through our technology and expert accounting services. We know first hand that running a business is hard work, and that’s why at Mazuma, we make life simple for small businesses by handling all their accounts and tax needs for them. If you are passionate about accountancy and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!
Pay: £30,000.00-£36,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience of using Xero?
- Do you have experience of using QuickBooks?
- Do you hold AAT Level 4 qualification or be part ACCA/ICAEW qualified with a view to continue studies to completion
- Are you able to work out of the Bridgend office at least 3 days a week?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
