At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage client accounts, prepare tax returns, and provide financial advice.
- Company: Established accountancy practice with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a friendly environment.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities and training provided.
- Why this job: Join a team where your skills make a real difference for clients.
- Qualifications: ACCA/ACA qualified with experience in accounts and tax.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Accountant£45,000 – £55,000Wokingham Full Time, Permanent
We have an opportunity for an Accountant within a well-established accountancy practice at its offices on the outskirts of Wokingham.
The ideal candidate will be qualified ACCA/ACA with significant accounts and tax experience gained within a UK accountancy firm.
Strong personal tax experience would be an advantage.
In return for your skills and commitment, this firm will offer a competitive salary, flexible working, and a friendly and supportive working environment.
This firm enjoys a high staff retention and is recruiting to build the team.
The role will be within a friendly team, predominantly working on a mixed portfolio of SME clients.
As Accountant the main functions of this role will include
- Be the first point of contact for allocated clients, responding to various client enquiries in an accurate and timely manner
- Accounts preparation for SME clients (FRS 102 Section 1a & FRS 105)
- Assisting the VAT team with the preparation of quarterly management accounts and VAT returns
- Advising clients on salary and dividends
- Assist with Personal Tax Returns and ideally, deeper involvement with the personal tax portfolio
- Develop an ongoing, effective relationship with clients and ensure retention of clients
- Working within a team to ensure deadlines are met and be able to work independently
The role would suit someone with a solid accounts background from practice and ideally have some experience of VAT and personal tax.
The role would ideally be a floating resource, predominantly working in the accounts department and assisting with personal tax and VAT during busy periods.
Training in personal tax and VAT can be provided if necessary.
- To be considered for this position, applicants will satisfy the following:
- Be qualified ACCA/ACA – applications from exceptional qualified by experience accountants may be considered
- Have significant accounts preparation and tax experience gained within practice
- Have a solid experience of accountancy software e. g. Sage, IRIS, Free Agent, Kashflow and other online bookkeeping software
- Be an amiable team player
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Be highly organised with attention to detail
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 graduate visa.
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.
Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
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Bromley Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive. With a strong commitment to professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a generous benefits package, including a local government pension scheme and unique discounts, the Council prioritises employee well-being and career growth. Located in the vibrant Bromley Civic Centre, you will be part of a team that plays a crucial role in shaping the future of the borough while enjoying the balance of urban and suburban life.
