Accounts Administrator

Chesterton House Accounting Services LLP is part of the Chesterton House Group.

Chesterton House has been serving clients for over 30 years, growing from a one room office to three buildings housing three different, but linked, services. We are one of only a handful of practices that can deliver a truly holistic combination of financial, legal and accountancy advice all in one place.

Our mission is to inspire people to live a great life, based on achieving the personal freedom that arises by being fully in control of your money and your life and having clarity about your goals and values. This is what 'values-based' advice is all about.

We help our clients to create and implement a plan to achieve their goals, to get their entire financial house in perfect order, and to have a great life Whether it's pension or investment advice, business accounts and tax, or estate planning and trusts, our unique integrated approach brings together experts in Financial Planning, Accountancy and Law to help you grow, manage and protect clients wealth over generations, all under one roof.

As a member of the Team you will be part of something unique, knowing the value of what were doing for our Clients.

**The Role**

We are looking torecruit a full time Accounts Administrator. You will gain training and experience of a broad range of client work in the areas of accounting administration, bookkeeping and Payroll, tax and tax planning, management accounting and financial accounting using a variety of accounting software. You will support the Accountants in implementing a strategy to achieve our client's goals through the services we provide.

**Responsibilities and knowledge**
- Balancing Accounts (Double Entry Bookkeeping)
- Bank reconciliation
- Creation of accounts to the Trial Balance Stage
- Preparation of Management Accounts
- Preparation of VAT Returns
- Preparation of Payroll runs
- Assist in the preparation of Company, Partnership and Individual tax returns
- Keep an Audit Trail of all transactions undertaken
- Provide support and to the Accounts Administrator team
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive records for each accounting service client
- Deliver excellent, clear, appropriate and concise communication skills at all levels with Clients, Colleagues and external contacts
- Follow company processes at all times, identify and report any gaps or inefficiencies which may be relevant
- Ensure the delivery of excellent Client Service is constantly at the forefront of your priorities

**Skills and Attributes**
- The ability to analyse information effectively
- The ability to problem solve under pressure
- Understand and maintain the principles of service excellence according to Company standards and the associated office procedures at all times
- Manage client relationships effectively
- Produce high quality, accurate output, meeting demanding standards and deadlines
- Sharing knowledge and ideas
- Having an inquisitive mind, the willingness to probe and check research to gain a thorough grasp of relevant facts
- Being able to present your own views with clarity and impact
- Being proactive, planning and prioritising workflow to ensure deadlines are met

**Behaviours**
- Demonstrating pride and determination in delivering high quality, accurate work
- Taking personal responsibility for making things happen
- Being enthusiastic, committed and motivated
- Offering dynamic solutions and ideas for development
- Ready to provide support and assistance
- Participating effectively as a Team member to achieve the Team goals
- Being flexible in response to changing organisational requirements
- Being willing to freely share information and experience to other Team members
- Being a team player, proactively contributing to the Team and Company culture
- Being motivated to develop and grow our tax and accounting systems and the team

**Experience**
- One to two years previous experience
- Working knowledge of using Mircosoft Office, especially Word, Excel and Outlook
- Previous experience using Accounting software

**Opportunities**

Individual development is a key part of working within the Chesterton House group, and as a member of the Accounting Services Team, opportunities for growth and development are broad and dependent upon individual aspirations.

**Whats in it for you**

Youll enjoy a host of benefits including flexible working, funding and support for personal professional development, discounts on our services, increased employer pension contributions, inclusion in group death in service and permanent health insurance schemes and more, such as
- 34 days holiday including bank holidays increasing at 3 and 5 years
- Holiday scheme allowing for purchase or sale of up to 5 days holiday entitlement per year.
- Pension Auto-Enrolment with NEST with contributions of 9% (7% by employer)
- Employee Assistance Program, including 24hr confidential support service.
- Offices in Loughborough, with flexible working and homework