Our client is looking to recruit a qualified Accountant, who is currently working within a UK accountancy practice, to join the friendly team within this forward-thinking, independent accountancy practice at its office on the northern outskirts of Maidenhead. The ideal candidate will be qualified ACA or ACCA and currently working within accountancy practice.
Working on a mixed portfolio of clients, this role will incorporate a wide range of responsibilities across various sectors. Our client may consider looking at exceptional applicants at Semi Senior level at a slightly lower salary band than that advertised.
Within this role you will have the opportunity to expand upon your current experience and progress your career in this client facing role with a well-established, dynamic firm that continues to steadily grow.
Reporting to the Partners, the main functions of this Accountant role will include:
- Assisting with the management of a diverse portfolio of clients, being the first point of contact and responding to client enquiries in an accurate and timely manner
- Statutory accounts preparation for a range of SME, limited company, sole trader and larger businesses
- Management accounts and VAT which will include some complex management accounts work and VAT returns
- Potentially involvement with all aspects of tax, including personal and corporate tax compliance and advisory work
- Nurture junior team members and provide mentoring and guidance
- The management of both corporate clients and individuals to support partners
- Visit client sites if necessary
Given the nature of this firm, the successful candidate will make the portfolio their own and will essentially be a client manager for the personal portfolio of clients.
To be considered for this Accountant position applicants should have the following skills and experience:
- Be qualified ACA / ACCA – exceptional qualified by experience candidates may be considered
- Previous experience gained within a UK accountancy practice environment is essential
- Good working knowledge of accounting standards, corporation tax, income tax, VAT
- Competent with the Microsoft Office Suite as well as familiarity with accountancy, taxation and practice management software
- Be effective in juggling priorities and managing workload
- Be a team player and able to work on your own initiative
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with the team and clients
In return for your skills and dedication, this dynamic firm will offer a competitive salary and benefits, depending upon experience, within a supportive and friendly working environment.
Submit your CV for this Accountant role
Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa.
Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
Accountant in Maidenhead employer: Curtis Recruitment Careers
Join a leading accountancy practice in London that values professional growth and offers a dynamic work culture. As an Audit Assistant Manager, you'll benefit from a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes private medical insurance and enhanced maternity leave. This firm is dedicated to fostering employee development and provides ample opportunities for career progression while ensuring a supportive environment through social events and well-being initiatives.
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Curtis Recruitment Careers Recruitment Team
