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Are you an ambitious accountant feeling uninspired by a glass ceiling and the micro-management of your current practice? Our client is a well-established yet growing accountancy practice based in York, and they are offering an exciting opportunity that includes UNLIMITED HOLIDAY and the freedom to manage your own time. Whether you need to attend Sports Day, take a loved one to an appointment, or just recharge, you’ll have the autonomy to manage your own diary and client base.
Our client is a medium sized accountancy practice in York, who is dedicated to understanding their clients and providing the clarity needed to thrive as a small or medium sized business. They believe in delivering business advice in plain English, making it easier for clients to understand their financial landscape and make informed decisions.
Their goal is to change the perception of accountants, creating a collaborative relationship with clients which is dedicated to supporting SMEs. Whether it’s managing accounts, tax planning, VAT, or payroll services, they approach each task with a relaxed yet professional attitude, ensuring clients feel supported every step of the way.
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What it’s like working for our client:
You’ll start your week with a coffee and a catch-up with the team in the office. This informal meeting sets a positive tone, allowing everyone to share updates, discuss priorities, and align on client needs.
Spend your days either in the office or onsite holding face-to-face client meetings, providing support and mentorship to a small accounts team, as well as delivering a small portfolio of your own client work.
This setup allows you to focus on preparing accounts for your relatively small client base, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail. While working in the office, you’ll support team members with more complex queries and provide mentorship to junior staff, sharing your expertise and fostering a collaborative learning environment.
As the week wraps up, you’ll return to the office to help implement systems and processes as our client transitions to a fully cloud-based accountancy practice. Your insights will be crucial in shaping these changes, ensuring the team is equipped for a modern approach to accounting.
Throughout the week, you’ll realistically spend four days in the office to be present and support the wider team, while also having the flexibility to work from home when needed. This full-time role is designed for those who thrive on collaboration and are eager to make a tangible impact in a growing practice.
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What’s in it for you?
* 5-8 year plan for a management buy-out (optional and no up-front commitment or expectation to do this)
* Industry-leading annual leave policy – Unlimited holiday!
* Absolutely no expectation to work long hours
* Autonomy to improve and develop the practice
* Generous salary and bonus scheme
* Generous pension
* Hybrid working
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
* Managing a portfolio of clients and ensuring an excellent customer experience.
* Working within the existing accounts preparation team to prepare more complex accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and incorporated businesses.
* Reviewing accounts and managing groups of clients through their filing deadlines and requirements.
* Preparing tax computations and advising clients on tax issues alongside tax planning opportunities.
* Preparing associated income, partnership, and corporation tax returns.
* Overseeing various filing requirements throughout the year for clients.
* Running client meetings and supporting clients through the transition from manual records to cloud software.
* Assisting the firm in improving its internal procedures around client onboarding and compliance.
* Managing and developing junior team members in accounts preparation.
* Networking to build your own professional connections.
* Managing team targets, workload, and career development while running weekly team meetings.
Skills and Qualifications: To be successful in this role, you will:
* Have a minimum of 6 years of practice experience.
* Be ACA/ACCA qualified (highly desirable), although QBE candidates with 10+ years of relevant experience will be considered.
* Have a desire to progress your career within the firm.
* Possess strong Microsoft Office and IT skills.
* Have good working knowledge of Xero and SAGE.
* Exhibit strong communication skills.
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