Accounts Senior
£40,000 – £52,000 depending upon experience
Camberley
Full Time, Permanent
Ref: 884679
Opportunity for an Accounts Senior to join a successful accountancy practice that is looking to build its team. The role will focus on statutory annual accounts preparation, for a varied portfolio of SMEs and limited companies along with ad hoc advisory services.
The firm is looking for an ambitious, recently qualified ACA/ACCA accountant who is looking for a rewarding role within a friendly working environment of an independent accountancy practice.
As Accounts Senior your responsibilities will include:
* Preparation of statutory and annual accounts from records supplied by a range of clients
* Prepare draft business tax computations and CT600 returns
* Prepare the year end accounting files and ensure they are complete, with back up schedules to support balance sheet figures
* Ad-hoc advisory services
* Maintain and build strong working relationships with clients and colleagues and ensure that all communications are conducted in a professional manner
* Manage client expectations, provide proactive advice, and deliver services within agreed timeframes
* Handle client queries promptly and professionally, effectively resolving issues
* Delegating tasks and overseeing and reviewing the work of junior team members and provide guidance
* Mentoring trainees and supporting their professional development
* Supporting Partners and Managers with their client portfolios
* Ensure compliance with professional standards and internal procedures
Please do apply for this Accounts Senior role if you can satisfy the following:
* ACA/ACCA recently qualified (exceptional finalist and qualified by experience applications may be considered)
* Significant experience gained within a UK accountancy practice
* Proficient in the preparation of statutory and annual accounts for a variety of clients including SMEs and limited companies
* Up to date knowledge of accounting standards
* Good general IT skills; MS Office with proficiency in cloud accounting packages (particularly Xero) QuickBooks, Sage L50, IRIS (ideally)
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Keen eye for detail
* Able to work under pressure to manage deadlines