Your journey starts here…

At A4G, we don’t just hire people, we help you build careers you’re proud of.

Many of our team started here straight from school. Today, they’re leading teams, heading departments, and even running the firm.

  • Emma White – joined in 1999 from school, now Co-Managing Partner

  • Josh Curties – joined straight from university, now Co-Managing Partner

Fun fact: every partner at A4G (bar one) started here straight from school. That’s how much we believe in growing talent from the ground up.

At A4G, it’s simple: work hard, learn lots, and your career can go anywhere.

a4g team

Why you’ll love working here

🌱 Career Progression

From trainee to partner or head of department, we invest in your growth. Everyone gets a Development Manager and a plan tailored to help you succeed. Real responsibility, real support, real opportunity.

📚 Learning & Development

Learn while you eat! Our lunch & learns give you the chance to pick up new skills while enjoying a free lunch on us. Plus, there are additional study sessions, webinars, and access to books and courses to keep you moving forward.

🎉 Team Culture

Work hard, but have fun too! From team lunches, days out, pub trips, weekends away, to the annual Christmas quiz and party with an early finish, we make sure bonding and celebrating success is part of the job.

💰 Rewards

We like to recognise your hard work. Every six months, profits are shared across the team because everyone who contributes deserves to benefit.

School leavers welcome

We’re proud to be one of the top employers of school leavers in the UK.

Joining A4G as a trainee means:

  • Real responsibility from day one

  • Supportive training environment

  • A career you can grow into

Become a trainee accountant

Job Vacancies

Join a dynamic and fast-growing accountancy practice 

See details of our current vacancies below:

We’re looking for a Tax Senior to join our team at A4G, a fast-growing, personable accountancy practice. You’ll support senior accountants and partners with technical tax queries while managing your own portfolio of private clients. This role is ideal for someone detail-oriented and passionate about helping clients navigate complex tax matters.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Advising colleagues and clients on Income Tax, Capital Gains Tax, Inheritance Tax, VAT, and aspects of Corporate Tax

  • Managing a portfolio of private clients, providing both compliance and advisory services

  • Drafting clear and concise advice and correspondence

  • Supporting the Self-Assessment Return team with complex returns and organisational matters

  • Identifying planning opportunities and potential risk areas

  • Keeping up to date with tax legislation and applying this knowledge practically

  • Working under the supervision of a CTA-qualified manager, with access to further technical support as required

About you:

  • At least four years’ experience in practice with strong UK tax knowledge across multiple areas

  • Comfortable working directly with clients and supporting internal teams

  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to apply technical knowledge practically

  • Confident written and verbal communication skills

  • Professional, approachable, and motivated to deliver helpful, accurate advice

  • Capable with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

  • Experience with IRIS Tax Production is useful but not essential

What we offer:

  • Supportive and friendly working environment at our Kings Lodge office, West Kingsdown, Kent

  • Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm (37.5 hours per week)

  • Competitive salary of £30,000–£40,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications

  • 6-monthly bonus and growth opportunities

  • Optional study package to complete the CTA qualification, including up to 30 days paid study leave and all course costs covered

How to Apply: Email your CV and cover letter to recruitment2@a4g-llp.co.uk

We’re looking for a recently qualified ACA or ACCA accountant with 4+ years’ practice experience. You’ll join as a Client Manager, managing your own client base, supporting junior staff, and progressing into specialist tax or accounting roles.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Manage and advise clients on tax, accounts, and bookkeeping

  • Review work of junior staff and provide guidance

  • Delegate effectively and meet deadlines

  • Provide technical advice on UK GAAP (FRS 102 & FRS 105) and taxation

About you:

  • ACA or ACCA qualified with 4+ years’ practice experience

  • Experience managing clients and staff

  • Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and taxation

  • Excellent IT and accounting software skills (Xero, Iris, Sage, QuickBooks)

  • Professional, approachable, and motivated

What we offer:

  • Supportive office at Kings Lodge, West Kingsdown, Kent

  • Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm (37.5 hours)

  • Private medical healthcare, competitive bonuses, and growth opportunities

  • Competitive salary starting from £40,000 per annum

How to Apply: Email CV and cover letter to recruitment2@a4g-llp.co.uk

We’re looking for a part-qualified accountant with at least three years’ practice experience. You’ll work as a Trainee Client Manager, supporting client compliance, reviewing junior staff work, and progressing to manage your own portfolio.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Deliver advice, support, and compliance work for clients

  • Review work completed by junior staff

  • Support development of junior team members

  • Prepare tax returns, management accounts, and statutory accounts

  • Delegate tasks effectively and manage deadlines

About you:

  • Part-qualified with ACCA/ACA, or AAT qualified

  • Minimum three years’ practice experience

  • Keen interest in client service and hands-on work

  • Strong IT skills and experience with Xero, Iris, Sage, or QuickBooks

  • Excellent communication and professional approach

What we offer:

  • Supportive office at Kings Lodge, West Kingsdown, Kent

  • Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm (37.5 hours)

  • 6-monthly bonus and growth opportunities

  • Competitive salary £25,000–£38,000 per annum

  • Study package to complete ACA/ACCA, including up to 30 days paid study leave and course costs

How to Apply: Email CV and cover letter to recruitment2@a4g-llp.co.uk

We’re looking for a Tax Assistant with at least two years’ practice experience, particularly in personal tax, to join our team. This role is ideal for someone detail-oriented who enjoys helping clients navigate tax matters.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Assist the Self-Assessment Return team with returns and organisational matters

  • Prepare and file tax returns

  • Liaise with clients and third parties

  • Deal with HMRC queries

  • Draft clear, concise advice and correspondence for basic tax planning

  • Support ad hoc client tax projects

  • Keep up to date with tax legislation and guidance

  • Work under the supervision of a Tax Senior, with access to technical support

About you:

  • Understanding of UK tax, including Income Tax and CGT

  • Strong attention to detail and practical application of tax knowledge

  • Confident written and verbal communication

  • Good telephone manner

  • Professional, approachable, and motivated

  • Competent with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

  • Experience with IRIS Tax Production is useful but not essential

What we offer:

  • Supportive office at Kings Lodge, West Kingsdown, Kent

  • Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm (37.5 hours)

  • 6-monthly bonus and growth opportunities

  • Competitive salary from £25,000 per annum

  • Optional study package to complete ATT, with up to 30 days paid study leave and course costs covered

How to Apply: Email CV and cover letter to recruitment2@a4g-llp.co.uk

We’re looking for a Xero Specialist with at least two years’ practice experience. You’ll be an expert user of Xero, helping clients with setup, training, and ongoing support, while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Manage client accounts using Xero

  • Provide training on Xero features, from basics to advanced reporting

  • Prepare and submit VAT and Self-Assessment returns

  • Prepare management accounts, reporting, and feedback

  • Communicate with clients to resolve queries

  • Prioritise workload and maintain efficiency

  • Identify and address discrepancies

About you:

  • Minimum two years’ practice experience in bookkeeping or tax return preparation

  • Proficient in Xero (Xero certified)

  • Strong attention to detail and practical application of knowledge

  • Comfortable working directly with clients

  • Confident written and verbal communication

  • Professional, approachable, and motivated

  • Competent with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

What we offer:

  • Supportive office at Kings Lodge, West Kingsdown, Kent

  • Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm (37.5 hours)

  • 6-monthly bonus and growth opportunities

  • Competitive salary from £25,000 per annum

  • Optional study package for AAT or relevant qualification, including paid study leave and course costs

How to Apply: Email CV and cover letter to recruitment2@a4g-llp.co.uk

We’re looking for a Payroll and Self-Assessment Specialist with at least two years’ practice experience. You’ll take full responsibility for processing payrolls and preparing self-assessment returns accurately and efficiently.

Key responsibilities include:

Payroll:

  • Calculate PAYE, NI, pensions, and statutory deductions

  • Process payrolls using Employment Hero and other software

  • Prepare and submit RTI returns (FPS/EPS)

  • Handle P45s, P60s, leavers, tax code changes, and year-end tasks

  • Liaise with HMRC and pension providers

Self-Assessment:

  • Prepare and submit self-assessment returns for individuals, sole traders, and partnerships

  • Calculate tax liabilities and advise clients

  • Identify planning opportunities

  • Liaise with HMRC and maintain up-to-date tax knowledge

About you:

  • Minimum 2 years’ practice experience covering payroll and self-assessment

  • Proficient in payroll software (BrightPay, Employment Hero, Xero, Sage)

  • Strong knowledge of PAYE, RTI, and auto-enrolment

  • Confident written and verbal communication

  • Strong attention to detail and practical application of knowledge

  • Competent with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

What we offer:

  • Supportive office at Kings Lodge, West Kingsdown, Kent

  • Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm (37.5 hours)

  • 6-monthly bonus and growth opportunities

  • Competitive salary from £25,000 per annum

  • Optional study package for AAT/ATT, including up to 30 days paid study leave and course costs

How to Apply: Email CV and cover letter to recruitment2@a4g-llp.co.uk

Ready to launch your accounting career? A4G offers a comprehensive trainee program designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to excel. Work alongside experienced professionals, gain valuable insights into the world of owner-managed businesses, and make a real impact.

Become a trainee accountant

Click through to our Trainee page for more information on the application process and requirements.

If you are ambitious and looking for a challenge and responsibility then please send us a CV and covering letter.

What we offer

  • We want to use your skills and intelligence to benefit the clients
  • Along with a study package, the training we give and the way our practice is run means that you will be given responsibility for some clients from before you qualify and if you are successful in managing them you will benefit from a bonus scheme.

If you are interested, please send your CV, cover letter and your contact details to recruitment@a4g-llp.co.uk.

We are actively seeking partners for such ventures. Prospective partners could be already running their own practice or be employed elsewhere looking for a career opportunity.

What we offer

  • Whatever the circumstances, it is crucial that you have the required qualification and experience to be able to apply for a practising certificate with either the Chartered or Certified Institutes immediately.
  • We are also always on the lookout for business opportunities and if you like the way we work and our philosophy please contact us for a confidential meeting.

If you are interested, please send your CV, cover letter and your contact details to recruitment@a4g-llp.co.uk.

The list above is not exhaustive and we are always on the look-out for good candidates from all areas. Apart from accounting roles, we have departments dealing with sales and marketing, administration, bookkeeping and credit control. If you think you have the right qualities to work for us please send your CV, cover letter and your contact details to recruitment@a4g-llp.co.uk.

  • The professional partnership A4G LLP offers to selected young people each year is a spring board forward, a giant step towards their potential professional future. The invaluable experience gives young people a meaningful insight that no website or text book can begin to capture. EBP Kent is so grateful for such effective partnership with A4G LLP investing in the future for the benefit of all of us.

    Anne McNulty
    CEO EBP Kent

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