Overview
Our client, a forward thinking, independent accountancy practice, is seeking a Accountant to join their growing team in Waterlooville, Hampshire.
The position will involve being responsible for a mixed portfolio of clients including Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies from start-ups to turnovers of £10M, dealing with accounts, tax, bookkeeping and VAT. You will also assist other areas of the business as and when required.
Responsibilities
* Prepare, send and submit accounts and tax returns for a mix of clients including Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies
* Provide training, mentorship and technical guidance to your accounting team (and wider businesses where appropriate).
* Check and review accounting and taxation work produced by your team, providing constructive feedback and training
* Liaise with clients via phone, email and in person, attending meetings where necessary and dealing with any queries and chasing necessary documentation
* Be involved with the onboarding of new clients, integrating them into your own portfolio
* To assess and advise clients on their tax position
* Complete, review and prepare bookkeeping and VAT returns where required
* Review and advise clients on advisory level to include cashflow, budgets, pricing etc. (further training on our advisory systems will be provided)
* Prepare and execute year end client meetings
* Carry out and deliver client fee reviews
* Maintain electronic filing of books and records both internally as well as management of client administration and records
* Act as liaison between clients and HM Revenue & Customs to deal with and resolve queries.
* Manage and maintain professional development and learning and carry out relevant CPD required by your professional body
* Attend network events when required
* Ensure all deadlines are met with HMRC, SLA etc.
* Undertake any other ad-hoc duties to assist the business as and when required
Qualifications
You will ideally have at least 4-5 years' practice experience with a good accounts background and preferably hold a professional qualification such as AAT, ACCA or ACA or equivalent.
A good working knowledge of Excel, QuickBooks, Xero, Dext and FreeAgent would also be an advantage.
Benefits and Working Environment
This is an excellent opportunity with a friendly professional firm, with a flexible working environment, with one day working from home and good benefits and prospects for progression.
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