Accountant

Sheridan Maine · Watford, Hertfordshire

Accountant at Sheridan Maine, based in Watford, Hertfordshire, paying £30,000 per annum. This is a temporary role.

Salary
£30,000 per annum
Location
Watford, Hertfordshire
Contract
Temporary
Posted
2 days ago
Closes
29 Aug 2026
Sector
Accountant

36% below the typical rate for accountant

Reference 387190114

About the role

Accountant – Accountancy Practice
Location: Watford

Job Type: Temporary
Salary: Competitive 

“A good accountant is a good poet. He appreciates the true value of things.” — Robert Frost


Sheridan Maine is delighted to be partnering with a well-established accountancy practice in Watford to recruit an experienced Temporary Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for an accountancy professional looking to join a friendly and supportive team, providing valuable assistance during a busy period.

The successful candidate will have previous experience working within an accountancy practice and will be confident managing a varied portfolio of clients while maintaining a high standard of service.

As a Temporary Accountant, your responsibilities will include:
  • Preparing year-end statutory accounts for a range of clients.
    • Producing management accounts and financial reports.
    • Preparing VAT returns and assisting with tax compliance.
    • Supporting the preparation of personal and corporation tax returns.
    • Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and provide financial support.
    • Assisting with bookkeeping and reviewing financial records.
    • Supporting the wider team with ad hoc accounting duties as required.

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
  • Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
    • AAT qualified, ACA or ACCA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience.
    • Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and UK accounting standards.
    • Experience using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, Sage or QuickBooks.
    • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
    • The ability to work independently and adapt quickly within a new environment.

What's on Offer:
  • Immediate start available.
    • Friendly and collaborative working environment.
    • Opportunity to gain experience with a respected local practice.

If you're an experienced practice accountant available for a temporary assignment and looking for your next opportunity in the Watford area, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Sheridan Maine for a confidential discussion.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
 
Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Reference: 387190114 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 29 Aug 2026 · Listed via Sheridan Maine

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