Accountant

An exciting position has become available for an Accountant to join our growing team based in Merseyside.

As well as being able to demonstrate your substantial accounting experience and abilities, you should be able to communicate and provide support to your line manager and clients on a regular basis.

Brief Job Description

• Preparing year-end accounts for a variety of clients including complex limited companies, sole traders, partnerships, etc using accounting software and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles
• Preparing corporation tax computations and returns for review by the managers
• Preparing deferred tax calculations and proof of tax reconciliations
• VAT returns preparation and knowledge of MTD required
• Able to prepare periodic management accounts for management information purposes
• Ensuring year-end company accounts and corporation tax returns are submitted in accordance with Companies House and HMRC deadlines respectively
• Dealing with client queries via phone, email and in person where required
• Managing your own small portfolio of clients subject to the general oversight of your line manager

Minimum Qualifications Requirements for the role

The successful applicant must possess the following skills:

• Fully or part-qualified with appropriate technical qualification and with at least 3 years’ experience in practice OR Qualified By Experience (QBE) with at least 5 years’ experience in practice and working to a high level
• Able to manage their own portfolio of clients and communicate effectively with clients on ad hoc queries
• Able to produce a final set of accounts to a high standard for senior manager/partner review based on UK accountancy standards
• Experience in auditing techniques and ability to complete full audit files from planning through to completion
• Knowledge and experience of consolidation accounting is desirable
• Up to date with accounting training and CPD requirements
• Experience of using accounting software to an advanced level
• Strong knowledge of Excel
• Good knowledge of business tax matters
• Strong communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Knowledge of CCH accountancy software – preferred but training will be provided if competent on another accountancy software
• Knowledge of Sage accountancy software – preferred
• Able to provide support and training to junior staff

Diversity & Inclusion at BK Plus

At BK Plus, inclusion and diversity are central to our values. We have an authentic focus on inclusion, enabling our people to feel they can bring their whole self to work and ensuring everyone feels supported, respected and confident to make a valuable contribution to our company and to our clients.