AAT Qualified Accountant
Location: Altrincham
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £32,500 (Depending on Experience and Qualifications)
We are working with a successful and established accounting practice, seeking an AAT Qualified Accountant to join their busy Altrincham office on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Client Director, the successful candidate will be AAT qualified with at least 3 years’ experience working in an accounting practice environment and possess a full UK driving license. This role would suit a candidate looking for a hands-on, client-facing role within a dynamic and growing accountancy practice, with opportunities to develop and progress within the firm.
Role duties and responsibilities:
* Supporting the accounts portfolio managers to service clients.
* The role will predominantly involve a mix of bookkeeping, VAT return preparation, preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, and preparation of corporation tax computations and returns.
* Some personal tax involvement, although this is not the main focus.
* Building a positive working relationship with clients and the practice.
* Ensuring compliance with all financial regulations and internal procedures.
* Day-to-day use of computer software including IRIS, Sage, Xero, and Quickbooks.
* Ensuring work is completed to a high standard and on time.
* Dealing with any client queries in a timely and efficient manner.
* Undertaking other duties as required commensurate with the role.
The ideal candidate:
* AAT qualified with excellent practical experience of bookkeeping and accounts.
* Exceptional interpersonal skills, able to communicate successfully with people at all levels, both financial and non-financial.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Good working knowledge of Sage, Xero, IRIS, and Microsoft.
* Ability to work as part of a team.
* Confidently able to offer recommendations and advice to clients.
* Demonstrable experience in a similar role.
* A full UK driving license is essential.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* 36 days holiday inclusive of bank/public holidays and Christmas closure
* Option to buy/sell a maximum of 5 days holiday
* Flexible working
* Employee assistance programme (including life support, legal information, bereavement support, medical information, CBT & managerial support)
* Pension scheme – 5% employer contribution
* Life assurance cover (2x annual salary)
* Option of salary sacrifice pension scheme
* Enhanced maternity/paternity/shared parental pay
* Enhanced sick pay
* Referral scheme
* Paid volunteer time and an annual charitable donation on your behalf
* Long service enhancements to employer pension contribution and holiday entitlement
For more information, please contact:
Amy Doumbia
Recruitment Consultant
T: 07842 313 876
E: amy@supreme-ss.com
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