At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage complex queries and deliver high-quality accounting and tax services.
- Company: Respected firm of Chartered Accountants with a forward-thinking approach.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus scheme, and hybrid working for work-life balance.
- Other info: Genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on diverse client accounts.
- Qualifications: ACA/ACCA qualified or QBE with strong technical knowledge in accounting.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Our client is a respected, forward-thinking firm of Chartered Accountants experiencing sustained expansion. They are now seeking a Qualified Practice Accountant who thrives on variety, client interaction, and technical challenge. If you're looking for a role where your expertise is valued, your development is supported, and hybrid working is standard, this is the perfect next step.
Working closely with the Head of Finance, you'll play a key part in delivering high-quality accounting, tax, and advisory services to a diverse and loyal client base.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing complex queries and preparing high-quality annual accounts and performance reports
- Preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
- Producing accurate management accounts within agreed deadlines
- Delivering complex tax advice across corporate and personal tax
- Handling client issues, complaints, and technical challenges with confidence
- Preparing for and managing HMRC audits and investigations
- Working within budget to produce fully cross-referenced files and financial statements for review
- Supporting clients with bookkeeping and VAT return preparation
- Ensuring all review points are cleared promptly and professionally
- Building strong, trusted relationships with clients and managing day-to-day communication
- Collaborating effectively with internal teams
- Assisting with ad hoc departmental duties as required
You’ll be ACA/ACCA qualified, finalist, or QBE with a background in practice and a passion for delivering exceptional client service with a strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation, external auditing, and corporate and personal tax. Experience of managing a client portfolio, tender writing, staff management and advanced knowledge of VAT, PAYE, shareholding, and dividends.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company with a competitive salary and bonus scheme, genuine scope for career progression and the flexibility of hybrid working for genuine work-life balance.
Hybrid Qualified Practice Accountant in Lancaster employer: Clarify Consultancy
Join a respected and forward-thinking firm of Chartered Accountants that values your expertise and supports your professional development. With a commitment to hybrid working, you will enjoy a flexible work-life balance while delivering high-quality accounting and advisory services to a diverse client base. This is an excellent opportunity for growth in a collaborative environment where your contributions are recognised and rewarded.