PayStream Accounting Services Limited have an opening for an Accounts Senior to join our Accounts department at our Altrincham office. Hybrid working options available subject to training and probation.
The salary for this role is from £29,000. Hours of work are Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 17:30.
Offers full support to train as a qualified accountant with study support and to progress within the role.
The Role:
* Providing accounting, tax and administrative services to limited companies ensuring an excellent customer experience for the client
* Working with various accounting software including Freeagent, Quickbooks, Xero, Sage Payroll
* Ensuring all statutory deadlines are met, with tailored advice being provided
* Management accounts preparation, and ensuring these are accurate within service levels pre agreed with the client
* Supporting colleagues, ensuring they receive the correct level of training and development
* Having detailed proactive calls to ensure the client is aware of their responsibilities
* Ongoing communication with clients regarding tax, expenses, dividends, salary and other matters
* Preparation of statutory accounts from a client records
* Annual discussion around statutory accounts, discussing their financial performance and position. Giving them tax advise as necessary
* Preparation of quarterly VAT returns
* Understand and be able to communicate HMRC deadlines to clients in relation to VAT, PAYE and Corporation Tax.
* Ensure all daily deadlines are met, with particular attention to KPI's
The Person:
* A positive attitude, being punctual and reliable
* Excellent attention to detail
* Ability to follow procedures
* Pragmatic approach to problem solving
* Ability to communicate confidently and clearly to clients, contractors and colleagues
* Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
* Ability to work effectively in a team
* Ability to prioritise workloads and multitask
* Ambitious and keen to develop
Requirements:
* Minimum grade C in Maths and English GCSE (or equivalent)
* Office or administration experience
* Experience of working within a customer service setting
* Experience of working in an accountancy practice
* Experience of working within a telephony-based role
* Working knowledge of Word and Excel
Progression:
* Professional qualification financial support with up to 6 days paid study leave for professional qualifications
* Training and personal development
* Clear objectives and paths for progression
Holidays:
* 23 days plus Bank Holidays which increase with length of service
* Plus your birthday off
Benefits:
* Great Place To Work Certified
* Salary reviews every February
* Company social events, treats and rewards
* Casual dress everyday
* Long service awards
* Enhanced maternity/paternity benefits
* Access to mental health first aiders and a support service
* Free fresh fruit delivered twice a week
* Personal accident cover
* Being part of an amazing culture
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £29,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Cycle to work scheme
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Enhanced paternity leave
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Altrincham WA14 4RW: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person