Accountant
Are you a talented accounts person looking for an Accountant role? If you are, we may have the perfect opportunity for you with a dynamic boutique accountancy firm that is currently experiencing an exciting phase of expansion. This varied role will involve providing high quality accounts preparation, tax and bookkeeping services to SMEs, LLPs, sole traders and limited companies within a range of sectors. The successful candidate will be comfortable dealing with a vast array of different client types and juggling a diverse workload. As a Gold Xero status partner and with the increasing and forever evolving use of cloud-based software and the MTD, the candidate must be competent and comfortable using cloud software, namely Xero and Dext, using this software to produce monthly management accounts for a section of the client base, in addition to the traditional accounting task above. Hybrid working available and part time hours would be considered for this role. As Accountant your responsibilities will include: Statutory accounts preparationManagement accountsUsing Xero to produce monthly management accounts to trial balance standardBe competent in producing high level management information for clientsTaking care of clients’ tax requirementsPreparation of VAT returnsProviding ad-hoc assistance directly to clients in relation to their accounting, bookkeeping and VAT mattersAssisting with preparing personal tax returns as requiredOther duties as required to ensure the smooth running of the business Please do apply for this role if you can satisfy the following criteria: Qualification is not necessarily required (although this role would suit an ACCA, ACA or AAT) we welcome applications from competent qualified by experience candidatesHave at least five years’ experience gained within a practice environmentBe IT literate; confident with MS Office, especially Excel and WordCompetent user of Xero and experience of IRIS would be an advantageAbility to manage own workload and prioritise workForesee potential problems and act accordingly to ensure deadlines are metBe flexible, adaptable and able to dynamically adjust to changing priorities as they ariseHave excellent communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent attention to detail and presentational skills to ensure that all information sent to clients is accurate and well presentedBe happy and capable of working within a team in an open plan office This well-established practice will offer the successful candidate a competitive salary and benefits package, a friendly and supportive working environment and the opportunity to develop your skills further and progress your career. We can only accept applications from candidates that have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship. Submit your CV for this Accountant role Due to the high volume of applications we receive 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.
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