Accountant

Job Description

Your new company n A well established accountancy practice providing a wide range of services to SMEs, owner-managed businesses and private individuals. They pride themselves on delivering a high-quality, personalised service and are looking for an experienced and proactive Accountant to join the team.

Your new role n This is a varied position offering exposure to all aspects of practice accounting. The successful candidate will work closely with a portfolio of clients and be responsible for preparing accounts, tax returns and management information, whilst supporting clients with their day-to-day financial needs.Key Responsibilities

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• Preparation of statutory accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships

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• Preparation and submission of Corporation Tax returns

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• Preparation of Self-Assessment Tax Returns for individuals, directors and sole traders

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• Preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts

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• Reviewing bookkeeping records and maintaining accurate financial data

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• Liaising directly with clients and providing ongoing accounting and tax support

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• Assisting clients with cloud accounting software and systems queries

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• Supporting the Partners with ad hoc projects and practice-related assignments

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• Ensuring work is completed accurately and within deadlines

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What you'll need to succeed n You will be a well-rounded practice professional who is comfortable working across accounts, tax and client advisory work.Requirements

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• Ideally, you will be qualified. However, part-qualified or qualified by experience candidates will be considered

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• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment

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• Strong knowledge of accounts preparation

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• Experience preparing Corporation Tax and Personal Tax returns

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• Experience producing management accounts

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• Good understanding of accounting principles and UK tax compliance

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• Excellent communication and client relationship skills

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• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines

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What you'll get in return

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• Friendly and supportive working environment

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• Exposure to a varied client portfolio

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• Ongoing professional development

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• 35 hour working week

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• 23 days holiday + bank holidays

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• Free car parking

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What you need to do now

n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.n If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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