Job Description
Based in Goole, managing a portfolio of clients and working closely with team members to manage the department generally. The work primarily involves the delivery of a wide range of timely, high quality accounts and tax compliance assignments for clients (including a significant number within the farming industry). The role also requires supervision and mentoring of trainees.
Client Details
A fantastic opportunity for a qualified chartered/certified accountant or someone qualified by experience with drive and enthusiasm to join a team that is dedicated to helping clients achieve their personal and business objectives.
Local team that has grown in size based in Yorkshire they are a firm that specialises in providing everything that theowner managed business needs. A full range of services aimed at such businesses, including Wealth Management.
Description
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o Managing a diverse portfolio of clients including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
o Maintaining client relationships and serving as a primary point of contact
o Managing work in progress levels and handling client billing
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o Preparing and reviewing accounts for various business structures
o Preparing and reviewing tax computations and returns (personal, partnership, corporation)
o Special focus on farming accounts (desirable)
o Identifying and implementing tax planning opportunities for clients
o Applying knowledge of income tax, corporation tax, capital gains tax, VAT, and PAYE
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o Supervising, mentoring, and reviewing the work of trainees and junior staff
o Supporting staff development and providing technical guidance
o Managing workflow and allocating resources effectively
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o Meeting deadlines and managing multiple priorities
o Maintaining high quality standards and attention to detail
o Contributing to practice growth and development
o Working flexibly during busy periods to ensure workflow continuity
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o Proficient use of accounting software (Sage, Quickbooks, Xero)
o Utilising practice management systems for time recording and billing
o Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Word
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o Delivering clear written and verbal communication to clients
o Problem-solving for clients' financial and tax matters
o Building and maintaining strong client relationships
o Providing proactive business advice beyond compliance
Profile
* ACA/ACCA qualification or qualified by experience with at least two years at manager level gained in an accounting practice
* Experience of preparation/review of sole trader, partnership and limited company accounts, tax computations and personal and partnership tax returns. A good working knowledge of preparing farming accounts is desirable
* Ability to manage portfolio work in progress levels and undertake client billing
* A good working knowledge of income, corporation and capital gains taxes plus an understanding of VAT and PAYE
* Ability to identify, discuss and implement tax saving opportunities for clients (support available from partners)
* Ability to multitask, manage deadlines and prioritise work effectively
* Good attention to detail
* Experience of supervising and reviewing the work of trainees
* Excellent 'soft' skills including written, spoken communications, problem solving and people/client relationship management
* Excellent IT skills - Word, Excel, Sage, Quickbooks, Xero plus internal time recording and billing software
* Ability to work with people at all levels
* Ability and willingness to work flexibly at busy times and when required for work flow and trainee support
* Current driving licence
Job Offer
* Opportunity for career progression and development for those who can deliver
* Competitive salary - depending on skills and experience
* Contributory pension and life insurance scheme
* Flexible working including Flexitime system
* Annual leave of 25 days, plus bank holidays (full time equivalent)
* Modern and friendly working environment
* Convenient office location with easily accessible car parking nearby (currently free of charge)
* Structured CPD, training and development programme
* Professional subscriptions reimbursement
* Employee Assistance Programme