The vacancy
At Larking Gowen, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment to both our employees and clients is at the core of who we are. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where employee wellbeing is paramount, work-life balance is valued, and personal growth is encouraged through tailored training and development opportunities.
An excellent opportunity has arisen to join us in our expanding Business Team, looking after accounts and tax returns for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships.
While the role will primarily be based in Colchester, you may be asked to work at one of our other offices being Ipswich, Norwich or Diss or at clients to best support the team.
The successful candidate will work closely with our team and clients.
Essential Skills and Experience
1. AAT qualified (or nearly qualified)
2. Experience in accounts production and preparation of tax returns.
3. Experience in using Microsoft packages and cloud accounting packages.
Desirable Skills and Experience
1. Xero and QBO certifications
Our benefits:
1. Holiday 24 days plus bank holidays
2. Life Assurance
3. Pension 5% employee, 3% employer rising with length of service
4. 10 days paid sickness
5. Professional subscriptions
6. Group Income Protection
7. Annual salary review
8. Option to purchase PMI
Plus many more!
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to apply to study the ACA/ACCA qualification once passed the probation period.
We think that this role is a full-time role, 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday) however we are happy to talk part time and flexible working options.
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Working with us
At Larking Gowen, our people get the very best career opportunities in accountancy and business advice. Whether you're just starting out and you're looking for an Apprenticeship or Graduate opportunity or you've been working in the business for some time, we'll make sure you get all the support you need to take you to the next step in your career and beyond.
We pride ourselves on being a friendly business that looks after our people and is active in the community. As soon as you join us, you'll be working hands-on, and starting to build your own professional relationships.
Larking Gowen has been around for more than 130 years. We have gone from strength to strength and have built our reputation for loyalty and reliability. We're also forward looking, keeping abreast of change in a fast-moving environment.
Our benefits
Platinum credited training provider
Pension scheme (salary exchange)
Paid professional subscriptions
Rewards for client referrals
Social responsibility and charity support
Social and sports activities
Suggestion scheme and Innovation Fund
Paid holiday and option to purchase additional holiday through salary exchange
Corporate membership providing discounts on theatre and arts
Market Leading MediCash Programme
Employee Assistance Programme
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