Accountant

First Recruitment Services; Hassocks; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension scheme

Free staff parking

Job summary

First Recruitment Services in Hassocks is seeking a full-time Accountant to join their office-based team. The role covers accounts preparation, VAT and personal tax, with strong client communication and deadline-driven duties.

The position is Monday-Friday, 9-5, in Hassocks with good company benefits including a pension and ample parking nearby. Practice experience is highly advantageous for applicants.

Qualifications

• ICAEW or ACA qualified, ideally with practice experience.
• Proven experience in Accountancy including VAT, CT600 and Personal Tax.
• Proficient with Iris, Xero, Excel and Sage.

Responsibilities

• Accounts preparation to CT600 level.
• VAT preparation using various software systems.
• Personal Tax preparation.
• Communication of tax liabilities to clients via telephone, email or in person.
• Meeting deadlines and filing returns.
• Clear communication with external bodies.

Skills

Communication skills

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Time management

Organisation

Education

ICAEW or ACA qualified

Tools

Iris

Xero

Excel

Sage

Job description

We are delighted to be partnered with our successful and professional client as they seek to recruit a full time accountant to join their team at their offices in Hassocks. This role is a office based full time (Mon-Fri 9-5) position. Some background within practice is highly advantageous. Excellent opportunity to join a very successful business.

Accountant

Full time permanent role

35 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Role based in Hassocks with plenty of free parking for staff nearby.

Salary - £40000-£50000 per year - Good company benefits, including an excellent pension scheme.

The role - Accountant

You will play a key role within a professional and dynamic working environment.

You will be responsible for handling a variety of tasks to support clients.

Duties will include:

Accounts preparation to CT600 level

VAT preparation using various software systems

Personal Tax preparation

Communication of tax liabilities to clients via telephone, email or in person

Be responsible for meeting deadlines and filing returns

Clear communication of information with external bodies

Provide general advice to clients as required

Experience, competencies and knowledge required

Office based

ICAEW or ACA qualified - ideally with some practice experience

• Proven experience in an Accountancy role, to include VAT, CT600 and Personal Tax
• Computer skills including Iris, Xero, Excel and Sage
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work autonomously and as a team member
• Ability to multi-task, prioritise work and manage time effectively
• Strong organisational skills to maintain a structured work environment

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job