Job Description
About Us:\n\nMy client is a well-established and growing accountancy practice, providing high-quality financial services to a diverse range of clients. They are looking for an Accounts Assistant / Accounts Senior to join their team and support their clients with accounting, tax, and financial reporting needs.\n\nRole Overview:\n\nThe successful candidate will be responsible for preparing financial accounts, VAT returns, and tax returns for a variety of clients, including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. This role is ideal for someone with previous practice experience, strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to client service.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nPreparing year-end financial accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.\n\t\nPreparing and submitting VAT returns and tax computations.\n\t\nAssisting with corporation tax and personal tax returns.\n\t\nConducting bank reconciliations, bookkeeping, and financial analysis.\n\t\nSupporting senior accountants and client managers with ad-hoc financial tasks.\n\t\nLiaising with clients to provide advice, answer queries, and ensure accurate financial reporting.\n\t\nAssisting with payroll processing where required.\n\t\nEnsuring compliance with HMRC regulations and accounting standards.\n\nWhat We’re Looking For:\n\nQualifications:\n\nAAT-qualified or part-qualified ACA / ACCA (or QBE will be considered).\n\nExperience:\n\nPrevious experience in an accountancy practice is essential.\n\t\t\nKnowledge of Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, and other accounting software is desirable.\n\nSkills:\n\nStrong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.\n\t\t\nExcellent numerical and analytical skills.\n\t\t\nGood communication and client management abilities.\n\t\t\nAbility to work independently and as part of a team.\n\nWhat We Offer:\n\nCompetitive salary based on experience.\n\t\nA supportive and collaborative working environment.\n\t\nFlexible working options (hybrid available in some cases).\n\t\nOpportunities for career progression within the firm.\n\nIf you are an experienced Accounts Assistant / Accounts Senior looking for your next opportunity in practice, we’d love to hear from you