Based in Goole, managing a portfolio of clients and working closely with team members to manage the department generally. The work primarily involves the delivery of a wide range of timely, high quality accounts and tax compliance assignments for clients (including a significant number within the farming industry). The role also requires supervision and mentoring of trainees.
Client Details
A fantastic opportunity for a qualified chartered/certified accountant or someone qualified by experience with drive and enthusiasm to join a team that is dedicated to helping clients achieve their personal and business objectives.
Local team that has grown in size based in Yorkshire they are a firm that specialises in providing everything that the
owner managed business needs. A full range of services aimed at such businesses, including Wealth Management.
Description
Managing a diverse portfolio of clients including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
Maintaining client relationships and serving as a primary point of contact
Managing work in progress levels and handling client billing
Preparing and reviewing accounts for various business structures
Preparing and reviewing tax computations and returns (personal, partnership, corporation)
Special focus on farming accounts (desirable)
Identifying and implementing tax planning opportunities for clients
Applying knowledge of income tax, corporation tax, capital gains tax, VAT, and PAYE
Supervising, mentoring, and reviewing the work of trainees and junior staff
Supporting staff development and providing technical guidance
Managing workflow and allocating resources effectively
Meeting deadlines and managing multiple priorities
Maintaining high quality standards and attention to detail
Contributing to practice growth and development
Working flexibly during busy periods to ensure workflow continuity
Proficient use of accounting software (Sage, Quickbooks, Xero)
Utilising practice management systems for time recording and billing
Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Word
Delivering clear written and verbal communication to clients
Problem-solving for clients' financial and tax matters
Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Providing proactive business advice beyond compliance
Profile
ACA/ACCA qualification or qualified by experience with at least two years at manager level gained in an accounting practice
Experience of preparation/review of sole trader, partnership and limited company accounts, tax computations and personal and partnership tax returns. A good working knowledge of preparing farming accounts is desirable
Ability to manage portfolio work in progress levels and undertake client billing
A good working knowledge of income, corporation and capital gains taxes plus an understanding of VAT and PAYE
Ability to identify, discuss and implement tax saving opportunities for clients (support available from partners)
Ability to multitask, manage deadlines and prioritise work effectively
Good attention to detail
Experience of supervising and reviewing the work of trainees
Excellent 'soft' skills including written, spoken communications, problem solving and people/client relationship management
Excellent IT skills - Word, Excel, Sage, Quickbooks, Xero plus internal time recording and billing software
Ability to work with people at all levels
Ability and willingness to work flexibly at busy times and when required for work flow and trainee support
Current driving licence
Job Offer
Opportunity for career progression and development for those who can deliver
Competitive salary - depending on skills and experience
Contributory pension and life insurance scheme
Flexible working including Flexitime system
Annual leave of 25 days, plus bank holidays (full time equivalent)
Modern and friendly working environment
Convenient office location with easily accessible car parking nearby (currently free of charge)
Structured CPD, training and development programme
Professional subscriptions reimbursement
Employee Assistance Programme