Accountant

Hays PLC; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Chester based independent accountancy firm is looking for a committed Accountant to join their team. This role offers an opportunity for professional growth with responsibilities including managing accounts and building client relationships. The successful candidate will benefit from competitive salary, flexible working options, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday package

Above average pension contributions

Flexible working hours

35 hour weeks

Parking included

Qualifications

• Previous experience in practice, preparing statutory accounts, management accounts.
• Experience with tax and VAT returns.
• Exposure to training junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and preparing year-end, management accounts, VAT and tax returns.
• Developing strong client knowledge and relationships.
• Supporting wider team members.

Skills

Knowledge of accountancy software

Client relationship management

Team collaboration

Education

ACA/ACCA/AAT qualified or part-qualified

Job description

Accountant, Chester based independent accountancy firm

Your new firm

This independent chartered accountancy firm based in the Northwest is seeking to appoint an Accountant into their large and spacious office in the heart of Chester. This role has come around following an extended period of company growth, presenting an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and committed candidate who is seeking to join a firm with a true people focus.

Your new role

In this Accountant role, you will be responsible for overseeing and preparing year-end, management accounts, VAT and tax returns for a diverse portfolio of clients working with a range of turnovers, reporting to managers alongside your work. Day-to-day duties will also include taking an active role in supporting the wider team members within the firm. You will also be required to develop strong client knowledge and build strong client relationships.

What you'll need to succeed

The firm is seeking a professional Accountant who possesses previous experience within practice, preparing statutory accounts, management accounts, tax and VAT returns, as well as some exposure to training junior team members. You will be ACA/ACCA/AAT qualified or part-qualified or qualified by experience (QBE). To succeed in this role, you will need strong knowledge of accountancy software whilst being eager to learn and progress professionally within the firm, which will allow you to benefit from the comprehensive support on offer.

What you'll get in return

This Chester based accounts role is an excellent opportunity to join a strong accountancy firm that will directly benefit your professional development through exposure to a diverse range of clients and industries, whilst also providing ample growth opportunities. The organisation will offer you a competitive salary (depending on experience/qualifications) which includes a generous holiday package and above average pension contributions. The firm is also open to part-time options. Additionally, the package offers an array of schemes and internal benefits, including 35 hour weeks and hybrid/flexible working hours to help maintain a healthy work life balance.

What you need to do now

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• £35000 - £40000 per annum + Pension, Parking and Company Benefits
• £35000 - £40000 per annum + Pension, Parking and Company Benefits