The Firm:
A practice that is a little different, a little more modern and a little more flexible than most based in Gateshead are looking to welcome an Accountant to their small team.
Not a regular accountancy firm, this practice are less traditional, focused upon providing their clients with data analysis and guidance on what their year end statutory accounts (which they also prepare) tell them about their business. It’s a far more detailed service but offers real value to any business owner.
The Brief:
We are looking for an Accountant who is experienced working with a portfolio of businesses to help gather, prepare and present their yearly performance both for statutory requirements as well as KPI data to assist your client with their growth journey. The firm offers incredibly flexible working which might appeal to those looking for slightly less conventional 9-5 hours or more home working.
The Role:
* Supporting the Directors in the business with their portfolio of Ltd and Sole Trader clients, preparing Micro Entity Ltd Company accounts CT600’s, as well as Sole Trader Accounts and SA100’s.
* Preparation of Management Accounts and working towards using advanced analytics software to produce and tell a story of how a business is performing – both graphically and via commentary – to include cashflow and revenue modelling.
* Preparation of quarterly VAT returns, bookkeeping transactions.
* Regular liaison with clients responding to their questions, gathering data and answering queries.
Experience & Attributes Required:
* Minimum of AAT Level 4, or qualified by experience
* Minimum of 3 years experience which has been gained working in an accountancy practice adhering to UK accounting standards.
* Able to independently prepare a first draft set of statutory year end accounts.
* Prepare VAT returns to flat and standard rates.
* Comfortable working in a small collaborative team environment.
* Hold a positive attitude towards working in a role that encompasses a wide range of tasks within a small team and requires everyone to work towards the common goal of supporting clients with their finances.
* Competent user with technology, preferably with some exposure to packages such as Xero, Quickbooks and FreeAgent.
* Honesty & Integrity
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Home/Office flexibility
* Holidays: 30 days plus bank holidays
* Private healthcare
* Bonus Scheme
* Free parking
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