Main Responsibilities - Based in Edgware
Accounts
* Work with limited companies, LLPs, sole traders, partnerships, and pension schemes
* Complete planning sections in line with internal guidelines
* Prepare and monitor budgets
* Produce accounts from incomplete records or client trial balances (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, etc.)
* Liaise directly with clients and resolve queries
* Review work with a supervisor and finalise files, including reporting packs
Audit
* Conduct internal and external audits
* Manage planning, controls and risk assessments, and set materiality levels and sample sizes
* Perform fieldwork testing, including stocktake attendance and other on-site verifications
* Carry out analytical reviews
* Complete audit files to required standards
Tax
* Prepare personal tax returns
* Prepare VAT returns
* Prepare corporation tax computations and returns
* Prepare P11Ds
General
* Undertake occasional advisory work
* Manage correspondence from clients
* Review the work of junior team members, resolve technical queries, and ensure files are complete before manager review
* Provide effective on-the-job training for semi-seniors and juniors
* Maintain awareness of additional services that may be relevant to clients
Salary & Location
* This role is based in Edgware, offering a competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000 depending on experience.
* The position provides long-term progression opportunities, making it an attractive opening in the Edgware area.
* Candidates seeking a stable, well-rounded accounting role with a salary between £40,000-£45,000 will find this Edgware-based opportunity well suited to their skills.
Qualifications and Skills
* ACCA/ACA qualified (preferred)
* Degree in accounting or finance (preferred)
* At least 18 months' post-qualification experience
* Strong and up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards
* Experience working with owner-managed businesses across various industries
* Proficiency with Excel, Word, Outlook, Sage Line 50, IRIS, CCH, VT Transactions, Xero, Virtual Cabinet and QuickBooks