Accountant in Ashley

Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 per annum dependent upon experience and qualifications

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday

Location: Altrincham office. Please note that on-site parking is not available

Hybrid working available after successful completion of the probation period

An exciting opportunity within a forward-thinking accountancy practice, who invest in the latest software and technologies to enhance the client experience and empower the team with modern, efficient tools. Recognising the importance of work-life balance and placing the wellbeing of employees at the heart of the companies ethos. With competitive salaries and generous leave policies, the aim is to offer a rewarding and fulfilling career that never comes at the expense of personal commitments. With a committed to using the business as a force for good; by joining our team, you'll be contributing to sustainable and responsible working practices that benefit clients, communities, environment and people.

A Chartered Accountant, with a successful and established accounting practice, actively seeking an experienced accounting professional who is AAT qualified or above, with a minimum of 5 years' experience in general practice. The ideal candidate will have substantial general practice experience, including self-assessments, and be confident managing a varied client portfolio. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality client service within a supportive and growing practice. This position is well suited to someone who enjoys a hands-on, client-facing role and is looking to further develop their career within a dynamic and forward-thinking accountancy firm.

Job Responsibilities

• Servicing a portfolio of clients
• Tracking job progress and billing targets
• Monitoring deadlines
• Preparation of accounts for limited companies
• Completing self assessment tax returns
• Preparation of corporation tax computations and returns
• Building a positive working relationship with clients and the practice
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations
• Use of computer software including IRIS, Sage, DEXT and Xero
• Ensuring work is completed to a high standard and on time
• Dealing with any client queries in a timely and efficient manner
• Assisting colleagues and trainees within the team with development and technical advice
• Undertake such other duties that are required commensurate with the role

Requirements

• Established accountant with a minimum of 5 years' experience in a practice environment
• AAT qualified or above
• Experience with self assessments
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and able to successfully communicate with people at all levels, both financial and non-financial
• Excellent reporting skills
• Confidently able to offer recommendations and advice to our clients.
• Highly competent with outstanding commercial acumen and a solid grasp of business aims and objectives
• Demonstrable experience and a proven track record in a similar role
• A full UK driving licence is essential

Benefits

• Hybrid working available after successful completion of the probation period
• 36 days holiday - inclusive of Bank Holidays/Christmas period
• Pension scheme - 5% employer contribution
• Option to buy/sell a maximum of 5 days holiday
• Employee assistance programme (which includes; Life support, Legal information, Bereavement support, Medical Information, CBT & Managerial Support).
• Life Assurance cover
• Option of salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/shared parental pay
• Enhanced sick pay
• Referral scheme
• Paid volunteer time and an annual charitable donation on your behalf
• Long service enhancements to employer pension contribution and holiday entitlement.

We are an equal opportunities agency and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.