Job Description
Accountant, Wealth Management – City
£50,000- £70,000 + benefits
927449
Do you have qualified accountancy experience within financial services?
Do you hold a professional accounting qualification and have excellent knowledge of accounting regulations, principles and procedures within the investment space?
Are you familiar with preparing tax returns and Personal Self-Assessments for a range of clients?
Do you have a forward thinking, proactive approach and are you comfortable liaising with and advising clients?
Our client is a boutique wealth manager in the heart of the City, looking for a reliable and experienced accounting professional to oversee the Finance and Accounting advisory service for their client base.
What you’ll be doing day to day:
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* Preparing tax and VAT returns
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* Ad hoc administrative jobs, including registration for HMRC services like PAYE, self-assessment, VAT and company registration
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* Assisting with the preparation and maintenance of financial records
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* Performing account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
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* Assisting in completing Year-end financial accounts for most business types, including sole proprietors and limited companies
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* Assisting in preparing tax returns, including Personal Self-Assessment, Partnership, and CT600 returns
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* Liaising with HMRC on clients' behalf and advising clients on any investigations
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* Ensuring that all deadlines are met
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* Direct client advisory on payroll and VAT matters
The skills you need to bring:
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* Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CTA, ATT)
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* Proven experience as an Accountant or in a similar role
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* Knowledge of accounting principles and regulations
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* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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* Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office
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* High level of accuracy and attention to detail
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* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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* Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines
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* Proactive approach to improving client services and processes
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* Experience with financial reporting and analysis