We are currently recruiting for a temporary Senior Accountant on an ongoing temporary basis for our client in Blandford on a full or part time basis. We are initially looking for someone until the end of January 2024, but this could potentially lead to a permanent role. The successful candidate will preferably be AAT/ACCA qualified, or ACCA/ACA part-qualified and can work to deadlines. Candidates qualified by experience will be considered. Key Accountant Responsibilities will include: Completing accounts from incomplete records to high quality trial balance stage within budgets. Resolving issues arising on book-keeping systems via a strong understanding of double-entry book-keeping. Advising clients on best practice of book-keeping and use of emerging systems/tools. Implementation of new cloud-based book-keeping systems for clients including advice and use of both best practice, and new tools available (and continuing to monitor the landscape as it continues to develop). Have experience of Xero, TaxCalc, VT and Excel - and have a good knowledge of emerging book-keeping technology/MTD, and other generic cloud-based book-keeping systems. To prepare year end accounts for sole-traders, partnerships and limited companies. Completion of draft Corporation Tax returns, and tax/capital allowance computations. Completion of self assessment tax returns. Ability to clearly communicate in person, over the telephone and via email. Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively while meeting deadlines Xero, VT, TaxCalc experience is useful but not essential. Hours:- 9am - 5pm Monday - Thursday 9am - 2pm Fridays Salary is £35K pro rata Flexible / hybrid working available. ADZN1_UKTJ