Full job descriptionOur client. a UK Top 40 Practice is looking for a proactive Accounts Assistant with the drive and expertise to take things to the next level. If you want a role where you’ll make a genuine difference - modernising systems, developing people, shaping strategy, and growing a business - then our client wants to hear from you.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Support the management of a portfolio of account clients ensuring timely submission of financial statements and tax returns, ensuring timely completion of work, maintaining profitability.
• Develop and maintain effective client relationships, including client facing engagements.
• Prepare financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, charities and limited companies in accordance with the relevant accounting standards.
• Support junior staff and work collaboratively with the wider team to encourage knowledge share and team growth.
• Preparation of VAT returns.
• Maintain accurate and up to date client bookkeeping records, and management accounts.
• Support the office with its ongoing firmwide digital transformation, Including the promotion of internal and external automation processes.
Skills, Qualifications and other Requirements:
• Level 4 AAT qualified.
• Demonstratable general practice experience.
• Ability to travel to client premises and between offices.
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Extensive knowledge and experience of Xero accounting software.
• Ability to work as part of a team yet also work using own initiative when required.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
Why Join Us?
We offer a competitive benefits package and a supportive work environment to ensure you excel in your role and enjoy being part of our team:
• Holiday and Leave: Holiday allowance of 31 days, inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas closure, a day off for your birthday and additional holidays after 10 & 15 years’ service.
• Free onsite parking
• Pension & Financial: Company pension scheme with employer contributions to help you plan for the future. We also offer death in service cover for your peace of mind.
• Professional Development: Continuous training in soft skills, technical knowledge, and professional development. We invest in our people and will support your career growth, including potential progression to management roles.
• Flexible Working: We offer flexible start and finish times between to suit your circumstances, plus an early finish on a Friday!
• Reward Gateway: Access to discounts from many retailers, gyms and services.
• Team Culture: Be part of a friendly, professional team that values collaboration and knowledge-sharing. You’ll join a firm where your ideas are heard and your contributions are valued