Accountant

We are working with a truly amazing Accountancy firm who are really moving into the realm of consultancy This company has incredible values and are now looking for an Accountant who can build long lasting relationships with their customers. This is an incrediblejob opportunity here for an accountant (senior level) to come on board a fantastic, successful and fun accountancy company.

Within this role no two days are the same and you will have a varied role - some of this includes preparing accounts, corporate tax computations, management accounts, VAT and providing other, varied general practice services and you will report directlyto the Directors.

You will work in a mixed accounts and general tax capacity, to a portfolio of interesting and varied clients offering a full suite of value-adding accountancy and advisory services. Underpinned by strong values, we offer a supportive environment and excellentcareer progression opportunities. We’re looking for someone who is pleasant to work alongside, technically capable and injects a positive attitude into both their team and their clients.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress their career in a senior level position which will only grow as the Practice continues to flourish and expand.

**Responsibilities for the Accountant**:

- Manage all accounts and tax jobs prepared by you and your team, allocating work and reviewing completed tasks to ensure all compliance work is completed accurately and well within required deadlines.
- You and the team will be responsible for annual accounts preparation, corporation tax compliance, payroll, VAT Returns, bookkeeping support, personal tax returns, general tax planning and more.
- Day to day management and delegation of the workflow across the accounts team, to ensure deadlines and delivery agreements are met.
- Review and filing year end accounts and statutory requirements prepared by other members of your team.
- Producing and filing all high-level client work to include, completion of statutory accounts, consolidated accounts and tax computations.
- Produce client quarterly and monthly management accounts and forecasts
- Prepare, review and file tax returns for individuals including Directors, HNWI’s and UK Trusts
- Provide technical assistance to the team and act as an escalation point to support them whenever needed
- Nurture and develop trusted advisor relationships with key clients, providing exceptional service levels and be their first point of contact in providing tax planning and technical advice as required.
- Report to the directors on a weekly basis, as part the senior management team.
- Assist the Directors with priority tasks and adhoc project based work.

**Qualifications needed for the Accountant**:

- Qualified Accountant (ACA,ACCA or CIMA) with at least 3 years’ experience in an Accountancy Practice.
- Management experience needed - leadership qualities essential.
- Be reliable, self motivated and able to work independently, be driven to efficiently deliver technical knowledge with excellent accuracy across all areas of accounting and tax compliance.
- Be an upbeat and personable individual, who is able to establish, nurture and maintain effective and positive working relationships with co-workers and clients.
- Strong communication skills, as these are essential, both verbal and written - excellent presentation and organisational skills.
- Be competent with using accountancy packages such Quickbooks, Freeagent, Xero & Taxcalc.

**Package for the Accountant**:

- Salary up to £45,000 dependant on experience
- Flexi working
- Private Healthcare Scheme
- Company Pension Scheme
- Reimbursement of Professional subscriptions
- 22 days holiday plus bank holidays (plus an extra Day of holiday on your birthday)
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme