Job Title: Senior Accountant
Location: Chelmsford
Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Working Hours: 9am to 5pm (Inclusive of 1 hour lunch break), Monday to Friday
About us:
Avant Advisory is a firm of chartered certified accountants and business advisers with a modern approach and a focus on the future. We provide services to clients in different industries.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be ACCA/ACA qualified with substantial experience working in an accountancy practice. This role is pivotal in managing client relationships, overseeing junior team members, and delivering high-quality financial and advisory services. This role offers to work with a diverse client base.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare financial statements and reports for a variety of clients.
* Manage and maintain client accounts and records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
* Prepare VAT returns and assist with tax computations.
* Liaise with clients to resolve queries and provide financial advice.
* Support directors with ad-hoc tasks and projects.
* Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
* Assist in the preparation of management accounts and financial forecasts.
* Provide strategic financial advice to clients, including cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and business planning.
* Provide training and support to junior staff members.
Skills & Qualifications:
Essential:
* Fully qualified ACCA/ACA.
* Minimum of 3 years of experience working in an accountancy practice.
* Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards (UK GAAP/IFRS) and tax regulations.
* Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., TaxCalc, Iris, Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial concepts clearly to clients.
* Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload effectively.
* Solid IT knowledge and adaptability to new technologies.
Desirable:
* Familiarity with cloud-based accounting platforms and emerging technologies in the industry to assist with project works undertaken by the firm, such as system migrations and discovery reports.
Personal Attributes:
* High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement.
Benefits:
* Hybrid working model: 3-4 days in the office essential.
* 20 days annual leave in addition to the 8 statutory bank holidays.
* Support in professional development.
* Friendly and supportive work environment.
If you are a dedicated and ambitious individual looking to further your career in accountancy, we would love to hear from you!
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