Semi Senior Accountant – Local Accountancy Practice
Position: Semi Senior Accountant
Location: Sittingbourne, England (office-based)
Working hours: Full time – Mon-Fri – 9:00 – 17:30
An exciting position has arisen with a great, local Accountancy Practice, with a fantastic local reputation, and a lot of growth plans. They are recruiting for a trusted, and ambitious Semi Senior Accountant, to join their team on a full time, permanent basis.
This position is well suited to someone with a minimum of 3 years UK practice experience who is comfortable in processing company accounts, working within tax and VAT, and bookkeeping. If you are someone with a strong base of experience, looking to broaden their skills, and grow within a reputable environment, then this is the role for you.
Responsibilities
* Assist in the preparation of year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
* Liaise with clients to gather necessary financial data
* Ensure accounts are completed in line with relevant accounting standards
* Prepare corporation tax computations and returns (CT600)
* Identify tax planning opportunities and ensure compliance with HMRC regulations
* Prepare and submit accurate VAT returns for a portfolio of clients
* Ensure compliance with MTD (Making Tax Digital) regulations
* Perform regular bookkeeping duties using software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage
* Reconcile bank accounts, post journals, and maintain clean ledgers
* Build strong client relationships and respond to day-to-day queries
* Provide support and advice on financial processes and accounting software
Requirements
* Role is suitable to someone AAT L3 or L4 qualified, or part ACA or ACCA qualified, or QBE
* Minimum of 2/3 years accountancy practice experience
* Must be comfortable in processing company accounts
* Experience in Sage, Xero, QuickBooks is advantageous
* Must be hard working, personable, dedicated, well presented, and punctual
* Able to commute to Sittingbourne, and comfortable with office based working
* Unfortunately this firm cannot offer visa sponsorship
Salary & Benefits
* £30,000 - £37,000 dependant on experience and skills
* Onsite parking
* Statutory pension and sick pay
* CPD opportunities, regular training, and progression/development opportunities
* Excellent office culture and team dynamic
* Team social events
Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Accounting/Auditing
* Industries: Accounting and Financial Services
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