My client is looking for an experienced Accountant to join their growing and dynamic accountancy practice. You'll manage a varied portfolio of small business clients, providing high-quality accounting, tax, and advisory services while building strong client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
• Prepare and submit annual accounts and tax returns for Sole Traders, Partnerships, and Limited Companies.
• Manage a portfolio of clients, providing proactive accounting and tax advice.
• Review clients' tax positions and identify opportunities to improve tax efficiency.
• Prepare and review bookkeeping, VAT returns, and CIS returns where required.
• Conduct year-end meetings with clients to present financial results and provide business advice.
• Deliver advisory services including cash flow forecasting, budgeting, pricing, and business performance support.
• Onboard new clients, ensuring a smooth transition into the practice.
• Liaise with HMRC and Companies House to resolve client queries and maintain statutory compliance.
• Carry out client fee reviews.
• Support the Client Manager and Senior Accountant within the team.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members.
• Maintain accurate electronic client records and documentation.
• Deliver bookkeeping training and other external client training where appropriate.
• Maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and keep up to date with changes in accounting and tax legislation.
Skills & Experience
Essential
• Full membership of a recognised professional accounting body (AAT, ATT, ACCA or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2 years' experience within an accountancy practice.
• Experience preparing accounts and tax returns for Sole Traders, Partnerships, and Limited Companies through to review stage.
• Strong knowledge of UK tax and accounting principles.
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.
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