Accountant

TPF Recruitment Ltd; Rotherfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

TPF Recruitment Ltd is seeking an Accountant for a well established independent practice. You will join a varied portfolio with accounts as the core, and a smaller element of tax and broader duties.

The role suits an experienced Accounts Assistant or Semi Senior aiming for progression, or an Accountant seeking greater autonomy. You will prepare year end accounts, management accounts, bookkeeping and VAT returns, and assist with personal and corporation tax compliance, while building strong

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of accountancy practice experience.
• AAT Level 3 or 4 (or equivalent) required.
• Experience in accounts preparation and VAT.
• Some exposure to personal and/or corporate tax.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Produce management accounts and general accounts preparation.
• Bookkeeping and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Prepare VAT returns.
• Assist with personal and corporation tax compliance.
• Liaise with clients and handle queries; build strong relationships.
• Support other general practice duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Client relationships

Career development

Education

AAT Level 3 or 4

Job description

TPF Recruitment is supporting a well established and highly regarded independent accountancy practice with the recruitment of an Accountant to join their team.

This is a varied general practice role, with accounts being the main focus, alongside a smaller element of tax and wider practice duties. It would suit an experienced Accounts Assistant or Semi Senior looking to take the next step, or an Accountant who is already working at a more autonomous level.

The Role

You will work with a varied portfolio of owner managed businesses and individuals, gaining exposure to a broad range of general practice work.

Your responsibilities will include:

Preparing year end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies

Management accounts and general accounts preparation

Bookkeeping and maintaining accurate financial records

Preparing VAT returns

Supporting with personal and corporation tax compliance

Dealing with general client queries

Liaising directly with clients and building strong working relationships

Assisting with other general practice duties as required

The role is predominantly accounts focused, with the opportunity to develop your wider practice knowledge over time.

Requirements

2 to 3 years'+ accountancy practice experience

AAT Level 3 or Level 4, or equivalent experience

Good experience in accounts preparation

Experience with bookkeeping and VAT

Some exposure to personal and/or corporation tax

Good communication and client relationship skills

A genuine interest in developing your career within practice

£30,000 to £35,000 salary, depending on experience and qualifications

A varied client portfolio and broad exposure to general practice

Supportive and friendly working environment

Genuine opportunity to develop your skills and take on greater responsibility

Long term career progression within an established practice