Semi-Senior Accountant

Our client, an independent accountancy practice, is seeking a Semi-Senior Accountant to join their friendly team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a established practice with a good reputation for high-quality personal service.

The role will predominantly be accounts preparation and audit work but will also involve management accounts and drafting corporation tax computations. The accounts are completed mainly in-house but some may be carried out at client premises therefore a driving licence is essential.

The ideal individual will have strong interpersonal skills, an outgoing personality and will work well in a small friendly team environment.

What to expect:

• £30,000 – £35,000
• Study support for the right candidate
• On-site car parking
• 20 days annual holiday plus bank holidays
• Statutory pension
• Office based role

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparing accounts to TB level for a mixed portfolio of clients including sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Drafting corporation tax computations
• Bookkeeping
• Management Accounts
• Attending audits including leading junior members on audit fieldwork.
• Liaising with clients

Skills and experience required:

• AAT / ACCA part qualified or QBE
• 2 years experience in an accounting position within practice
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (formulas, VLOOKUP)
• Experience with accounting software – Xero, Quick Books, Sage and CCH desired
• Good working knowledge of accounting procedures
• Extremely organised and self-motivated, with strong interpersonal skills, able to work in a small team