About the job:

Working within Business Management team, the main purpose of this role will be to assist with managing client accounts – which includes overseeing bookkeeping, preparing VAT returns, maintaining sales and purchase ledgers as well as adhoc tasks and building strong client relationships. You will report to a Business Manager, whilst providing additional support across the Business Management team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the management of a large portfolio of clients, including direct client contact and resolving client queries
• Strong technical knowledge in order to review financial statements prepared by the team and provide review points for the purpose of accounts completion and to comply with relevant accounts legislation
• Preparation of corporation and personal tax computations
• Preparation of monthly management accounts
• Managing deadlines to ensure work is completed to the required standard at the right time
• Advising clients on their accounting needs
• Delegating and reviewing work of junior team members
• Having a working understanding of tax accounting and liaison with Tax department
• Manage client billing and review work in progress
• Review client VAT returns
• Provide training and support to the team

Personal Specification:

• ACCA qualified or equivalent through experience
• Experience with bookkeeping on accountancy software
• Preparation of VAT returns experience
• Knowledge of preparation of a large portfolio of clients
• Experience managing client deadlines
• Previous team supervision experience
• A good understanding of personal and corporate taxes
• Confidence in giving advice

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, and not require sponsorship

 What we offer:

We offer a wide variety of benefits including:

• 25 days holiday
• Hybrid working
• Annual bonus scheme
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance after 12 months’ service
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Employee Assistance Program

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking for a long-term career in accountancy. The firm offer hybrid working, so you will be able to work from home for part of the week.

Our Values:

 Client first – We treat each client as an individual: look through their eyes and make sure our service is bespoke and tailored.

Collaborative – We are in this together: share information, support one another, and embrace working together as a collective unit.

Courageous – We are honest with one another: accept vulnerability, call out bad behaviour, and voice your option.

Curious – We are always looking to learn: develop your knowledge, strive to improve, and stay one step ahead for our clients.

Egoless – We are accountable and accepting: give your best self to others and place the team at the core of your work.