Accountant

HOT NEW ROLE!

Exciting opportunity to join a thriving, expanding business. You will inherit an active portfolio of 200 SME clients providing a full range accounting service. You will hold ACCA qualification.

A highly reputable and growing accountancy practice is seeking a qualified Accountant to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated professional to take on a key role with the potential to grow into a Director position.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 4:45pm (35 hours per week)

The Opportunity:

As an Accounts Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality accountancy and tax advice to a diverse client base. You’ll work directly with the Director and take ownership of client relationships, management accounts, tax returns, and staff training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be the primary contact for clients, providing expert accountancy and tax support.
• Prepare and review quarterly VAT returns, management accounts, year-end accounts, and account reconciliations.
• Attend client meetings, conduct research, and lead ongoing communications.
• Liaise with HMRC and Companies House regarding client matters.
• Draft correspondence and documentation in line with company branding.
• Mentor and manage an Accounts Senior, supporting their development.
• Conduct financial forecasting and analysis, offering insights and recommendations.
• Oversee the tax compliance process, including collating, preparing, reviewing, and submitting personal and corporate tax returns.

What We’re Looking For:

• ACCA or ACA qualified.
• 3+ years of experience in an accountancy practice.
• Strong understanding of corporation and personal tax.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., CCH, Xero) and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organisation and time management abilities.
• Proactive and confident working independently and within a team.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Christmas shutdown
• Workplace pension
• Free on-site parking
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (including support for qualifying family members)
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities, both in-house and external

Sounds like the perfect role? Great! Don't miss out! Give Marcel Woodcock a call as soon as possible