Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an AAT Qualifed Accountant to join a growing Firm of Accountants in either their office in Southport or Birkenhead. Paying a salary of £28,000 - £35,000 DOE.
Accountant Responsibilities
* Manage a portfolio of clients including sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
* Prepare year-end accounts through to finalisation
* Prepare and submit VAT returns
* Produce management accounts and monthly reporting where required
* Prepare corporation tax returns and basic tax computations
* Complete personal tax returns (basic compliance)
* Prepare MGD returns where applicable
* Review work completed by junior team members and provide guidance
* Act as a day-to-day point of contact for clients, handling queries and explaining financial information clearly
* Attend client meetings at client premises where required
* Ensure all deadlines across accounts, VAT and tax are met
* Work collaboratively with the wider team to deliver a high-quality service
Accountant Attributes
* AAT qualified with a minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience within practice
* Proven experience preparing accounts through to finalisation
* Strong working knowledge of VAT, management accounts and basic tax compliance
* Experience dealing directly with clients and building relationships
* Comfortable reviewing junior staff work and providing feedback
* Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
* Experience using cloud accounting software (e.g. Xero or similar)
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to attend client sites when required
* Professional, detail-oriented and confident xcswzye communicator
Accountant Benefits
* Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious accountancy practice
* Backed by a larger global professional group with strong growth plans in the UK
* Clear opportunities for progression as the business continues to scale
* Exposure to a varied client base and hands-on client interaction
* Supportive team environment with responsibility and autonomy
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