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Are you looking to advance your career at a growing, dynamic, supportive, and respected chartered accountancy firm in West Sussex and Hampshire? At James Todd & Co, with offices in Chichester and Fareham, we pride ourselves on fostering a professional yet friendly environment where talented individuals thrive.
Whether you’re an experienced accountant, a rising professional, or skilled support staff, our practice offers rewarding opportunities to work with diverse clients across various industries. We value expertise, innovation, and teamwork, ensuring our employees enjoy meaningful careers, continuous development, and genuine recognition.
Below you’ll find our current vacancies. Take the next step in your career by reviewing our available roles and submitting your application via the form below. We look forward to welcoming your application for one of our team roles.
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Bookkeeper (Chichester)
Bookkeeping Assistant (Part Time, Chichester)
Accountant (Chichester)
Bookkeeper (Chichester)
We are seeking a Bookkeeper to join our growing team in our Chichester office. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build or further develop their career within practice, supporting a varied portfolio of clients and gaining hands-on experience across bookkeeping, VAT, and management accounts. You will be part of a supportive team environment, with the opportunity to develop your skills.
- AAT3 Qualification required
- Practice experience essential
- Confident with different cloud based software – Xero, Sage, Dext
- Great communication skills
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Bookkeeper
Location: Chichester Office
Hours: Full-time, office-based
Salary: Competitive (depending on experience)
About the role
James Todd & Co is looking for a Bookkeeper to join our growing team in our Chichester office.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build or further develop their career within practice, supporting a varied portfolio of clients and gaining hands-on experience across bookkeeping, VAT, and management accounts.
You will be part of a supportive team environment, with the opportunity to develop your skills.
Key responsibilities
- Process bookkeeping data using cloud-based software such as Dext, Xero, Sage and QuickBooks
- Match, batch and code client documentation accurately
- Perform bank reconciliations
- Prepare and submit VAT Returns in line with deadlines and client requirements
- Prepare and submit CIS Returns
- Support the preparation of management accounts, including basic commentary
- Resolve bookkeeping queries, correct errors and post adjustments with support from senior staff
- Undertake other duties as required in line with the role
What we’re looking for
- Experience within practice
- Familiarity with software such as Xero, Sage, Dext and QuickBooks
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to manage deadlines across multiple clients
- A proactive and positive attitude
- Good communication skills and ability to work within a team
- AAT Level 3 (desirable)
Why join James Todd & Co?
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Exposure to a wide range of clients and work
- Opportunity for progression as you develop your skills
- Modern, cloud-based systems and processes
Bookkeeping Assistant (Part Time, Chichester)
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, has strong attention to detail, and is looking to build experience within an accountancy practice environment. You will support the bookkeeping team with the accurate and timely processing of client records using accounting software.
- 22.5 hours a week
- Some practice experience desirable
- Excellent attention to detail
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Bookkeeping Assistant (Part-Time)
Location: Chichester Office
Hours: Part-time, office-based (c.21 hours per week)
Salary: Competitive (depending on experience)
About the role
James Todd & Co is seeking a Bookkeeping Assistant to join our team in our Chichester office on a part-time basis. The hours will be 22.5 to be worked either over 3, 4 or 5 days.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, has strong attention to detail, and is looking to build experience within an accountancy practice environment.
You will support the bookkeeping team with the accurate and timely processing of client records using accounting software, while working as part of a supportive team environment.
Key responsibilities
- Process high volumes of client documentation accurately and efficiently into accounting systems (primarily Sage)
- Match, batch and code client documentation
- Ensure correct VAT treatment is applied at all times
- Process client expenses as required
- Input and reconcile bank transactions in line with team requirements
- Assist with general bookkeeping tasks as directed by the Bookkeeping Manager
- Support the team to meet client deadlines and service standards
- Undertake other duties as reasonably required in line with the role
What we’re looking for
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good organisational skills and ability to manage workload
- Basic understanding of bookkeeping principles (or willingness to learn)
- Experience with Xero, Sage, Dext or QuickBooks is desirable
- Reliable, proactive, and able to work as part of a team
Why join James Todd & Co?
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Exposure to a wide range of clients and work
- Opportunity to develop your skills within practice
- Modern, cloud-based systems and processes
Accountant (Chichester)
This is a key role within the Accounts team, supporting Portfolio Managers with the efficient and timely delivery of accounts, tax and wider client services. Working with a mixed portfolio of clients, you will take ownership of accounts preparation alongside supporting junior staff and contributing to overall team delivery.
- AAT4, part qualified or qualified by experience
- Confident dealing with multiple clients from all industries
- Reliable, professional and strong team player
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Accountant
Location: Chichester Office
Hours: Full-time, office-based
Salary: Competitive (depending on experience)
About the role
James Todd & Co is seeking an Accountant to join our team in our Chichester office.
This is a key role within the Accounts team, supporting Portfolio Managers with the efficient and timely delivery of accounts, tax and wider client services. Working with a mixed portfolio of clients, you will take ownership of accounts preparation alongside supporting junior staff and contributing to overall team delivery.
Key responsibilities
- Preparation of year-end accounts for Limited Companies, LLPs, Sole Traders and Partnerships
- Preparation of corporation tax computations and returns using the CCH software suite
- Preparation and filing of personal tax returns, including dealing with client queries
- Work on file review points and prepare accounts packs and submission letters for clients
- Assist with ad hoc duties throughout the year, including P11Ds and ATED work
- Work within pre-defined client budgets and deadlines
- Mentor and support more junior members of the team
- Ensure compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements
- Work closely with colleagues to maintain quality standards and efficient processes
What we’re looking for
- AAT Level 4 qualified (or qualified by experience)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in accountancy practice
- Experience working with a varied client portfolio
- Strong accounts preparation and tax compliance knowledge
- Experience using accounting software and cloud systems
- Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Professional, reliable and a strong team player
- Confident communicator with good interpersonal skills
Why join James Todd & Co?
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Exposure to a wide range of clients and work
- Opportunity to support and mentor junior staff
- Modern, cloud-based systems and processes
Apply Now
Apply now for the role of your choice, or send a speculative initial application, we will be in touch to request further information. Alternatively, if you wish to discuss any of the roles, please contact us in the first instance (No agencies please).