Accountant

Gainham Recruitment; North East; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic Accountancy Practice in Durham is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their team. This hybrid position requires strong knowledge of the UK tax system and accountancy software. Benefits include 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and professional development support. Ideal for candidates with a minimum of 3 years' experience in accountancy.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Professional development support

Career progression encouraged

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience working in an accountancy practice environment.
• Qualified or part qualified in ACCA, ACA or AAT Level 4 or Qualified by Experience.
• In depth knowledge of VAT Flat Rate Scheme, Self-assessment, UK tax system, HMRC guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for clients in accordance with accounting standards.
• Provide tax advice to clients in line with HMRC guidelines.
• Manage bookkeeping reviews and assist clients with cloud-based software.

Skills

Knowledge of UK tax system

Proficient with accountancy software like Xero and Quickbooks

Client relationship management

Education

ACCA, ACA or AAT Level 4 qualification

Tools

Xero

Quickbooks

Excel

Job description

Accountant

A dynamic and growing Accountancy Practice based in Durham is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their growing team. This is a full time, permanent, hybrid position. You must be eligible to work in the UK.

The company offers a broad range of accounting, tax, and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients, including sole traders, partnerships, limited companies and contractors across multiple industries.

Hours: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm
Salary Range: £30,000 - £38,000

Responsibilities

• Preparation of year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies in accordance with accounting standards and HMRC requirements
• Provide tax advice to clients in line with current HMRC guidelines, including income tax, corporation tax, capital gains tax, dividend tax, and allowable expenses.
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns, including knowledge and application of the VAT Flat Rate Scheme, standard VAT, and Making Tax Digital compliance
• Manage bookkeeping reviews and assist clients with cloud-based software - eg. Xero, Quickbooks
• Assist clients with queries, support in building their understanding around the accounts and their business
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor, with frequent client contact

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience working in an accountancy practice environment
• Qualified or part qualified in ACCA, ACA or AAT Level 4 or Qualified by Experience
• In depth knowledge of VAT Flat Rate Scheme, Self-assessment, UK tax system, HMRC guidelines
• Proficient with accountancy software such as Xero, and Quickbooks - along with Excel and general IT competence

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Professional development support
• Career progression encouraaged
• Free onsite parking

If you are used to working in a fast-paced environment and working with multiple client accounts at once, email an up to date CV to Sian at Gainham Recruitment