Accountant

Know Capital; Camberley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic accountancy practice as an Accountant, where you'll support a diverse portfolio of clients. This role offers the chance to work closely with a manager, providing essential services such as statutory accounts, audit, and VAT advice. Ideal for those with ACA or ACCA qualifications, you will thrive in a supportive environment that values professional growth. With opportunities to supervise junior staff and develop business processes, this position is perfect for driven individuals ready to make an impact in the world of accounting. Embrace the challenge and advance your career in a thriving firm!

Qualifications

• Experience in a UK accountancy practice is essential.
• Proficient in preparing statutory accounts and tax returns.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts, VAT returns, and payroll.
• Supervise and train junior staff while maintaining quality.

Skills

Statutory accounts preparation

VAT returns

Payroll processing

Tax returns

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Qualified by experience

Tools

IRIS

Xero

Advanced Excel

Job description

We are recruiting for an Accountant to join a growing accountancy practice in Camberley that provides advice and accounting solutions to help entrepreneurial and high-growth businesses. The firm is open to candidates with varying levels of experience, hence the wide salary range advertised. We welcome applications from candidates at Semi-Senior to Senior level.

The role is office-based, supporting a manager in providing a varied portfolio of clients with services including statutory accounts, audit, accounting and VAT advice, and self-assessment for corporate and personal tax returns.

As an Accountant, Your Responsibilities Will Include:

1. Preparing statutory accounts, VAT returns, payroll, corporation tax, personal tax returns, and some audit work.
2. Ensuring year-end files are complete with backup schedules to support balance sheet figures.
3. Handling client enquiries daily and keeping the manager informed.
4. Maintaining consistent quality across all work.
5. Developing and documenting business processes and accounting policies to strengthen internal controls.
6. Supervising, managing, motivating, and training junior staff.
7. Updating and developing existing systems as appropriate.
8. Ensuring budgets are met.
9. Reviewing VAT returns and understanding VAT requirements, concepts, and calculations.
10. Providing ad hoc advisory services.

Qualifications and Experience:

• ACA or ACCA recently or nearly qualified; exceptional qualified by experience candidates may also be considered.
• Significant experience within a UK accountancy practice.
• Proficient in preparing statutory accounts, audit, VAT returns, payroll, and tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and corporations.
• Strong IT skills, including advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, SUMIF, SUMIFS), and familiarity with accounting software such as IRIS and Xero.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates skepticism, able to think critically, and identify potential issues.

Application Process:

Please submit your CV for this Accountant role. Note that we cannot accept applications from candidates without the right to work in the UK or those requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future, including current student or graduate visa holders.

Due to high application volumes, we may not respond to unsuccessful applicants within five days. Please consider your application unsuccessful if you do not hear from us within this timeframe.