Accounting Specialist

1 week ago


Harwell, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Curtis Recruitment Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled Accounting Specialist to join our corporate services department at our Banbury office.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone to thrive and further develop within a dynamic team, where you will provide a high-quality service to clients with minimal supervision.

As Accounting Specialist, reporting to the Departmental Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting the Manager as part of the audit and accounts team, acting as Senior on audit assignments as required
  • Preparing client accounts based on provided information
  • Preparing business tax computations, partnership and personal tax returns, corporation tax computations and CT600 forms
  • Assisting with client queries regarding aspects of their bookkeeping and other business matters
  • Monitoring job quality and quantity in line with agreed budgets and recording chargeable time to ensure maximum recovery
  • Providing administrative support when necessary
  • Delivering ad hoc projects and assignments
  • Identifying areas for additional services and advice
  • Bookkeeping, ledger maintenance, supplier management, and management accounts as required
  • Liaising with clients to obtain relevant information for their accounts
  • Supporting trainees through on-the-job coaching and supervision

The successful candidate will have a competitive salary of £40,000 - £55,000 per annum, plus benefits package, including opportunities for career progression by building upon existing knowledge and skill sets.

Key criteria for this role include:

  • Relevant qualifications (preferably ACCA/ACA) or equivalent experience (AAT qualified or studying ACCA or ACA)
  • At least three years of experience in UK accountancy practice
  • Ability to prepare, conduct, and supervise audits, prepare client accounts, tax, PAYE, or VAT quickly and efficiently
  • Strong IT skills, preferably with experience of cloud accounting software such as Xero, Mercia, or CCH
  • Highly organized and self-motivated with attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Willingness to attend courses appropriate to the job role


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