Accountant
Woking - Hybrid (2-3 days in office)
£37,000-£45,000 + study support & benefits


We are looking for an experienced Accountant to support a fast growing accounting practice based just outside Woking.


This position reports directly to one of the founding partners (a true people person and keen mentor) but works closely with a mixture of qualified and non-qualified colleagues in a tight knit team. The role requires someone with a keen eye for detail and commercial mindset who can support a varied client base of growing SMEs and UHNWI’s.


If you are looking for a hands-on and varied accounts role where you can develop your skills and career in a supportive environment then please apply.


Wish List
*Part-qualified/studier accountant (ACCA/CIMA/AAT) or QBE (with relevant experience)
*Prior experience delivering management accounts, ideally for smaller businesses.
*A positive people person who is comfortable interacting with clients to resolve queries
*Any experience in an accounting practice would be advantageous but isn’t essential
*A capable IT user - Excel, Word, Xero, Sage in particular


The Role
The successful Accountant will be responsible for the following:
*Deliver accurate management accounts and commentary (where required) for selected clients
*Contribute to the month-end and year-end closing procedures for multiple clients
*Support the year end statutory accounts processes (and audits as applicable) including dealing with queries from external accountants.
*Perform monthly Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss reconciliations, maintaining schedules throughout.
*Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using Xero accounting software.
*Reconcile bank statements and credit card transactions.
*Provide cover for purchase ledger and sales ledger processing
*Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns.
*Contribute to Monthly payroll preparation for selected clients
*Support clients with business administration activities e.g. incorporating companies, creating/registering tax accounts, liaising with HMRC etc


We are looking for someone who is diligent, pro-active and enjoys advising and guiding accounting and business decisions for varied stakeholder groups.


Your Profile
We are looking for someone who has established a career in accounting and is keen to add value in a varied finance role while they progress their skills. This experience may have been developed in an accounting firm or industry.


Salary & Benefits
£37,000 - £45,000 plus study support (if required) and benefits. This role is based just outside Woking with parking on site, public transport links are limited so a car owner/driver would be preferable.