Accountant

HR GO Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional recruitment firm is seeking a skilled Accountant to join their team in the United Kingdom. Responsibilities include preparing year-end accounts under UK GAAP, managing tax returns, and providing bookkeeping services. The ideal candidate should have relevant accounting experience and strong knowledge of UK tax regulations. A competitive salary ranging from £28,000 to £34,000 is offered depending on experience.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive professional environment with growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant accounting experience in a practice environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, tax, VAT, payroll, and bookkeeping.
• Proactive and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts under UK GAAP for various organizations.
• Prepare tax returns including personal and corporation tax.
• Communicate directly with clients to ensure excellent service.

Skills

Accounting experience

Knowledge of UK GAAP

Tax and VAT knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

About Us

We are a professional accounting practice committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients. We are seeking a skilled and proactive Accountant to join our team, providing high-quality accounting, tax, and advisory services across a diverse client portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts under UK GAAP for limited companies, LLPs, partnerships, and sole traders.
• Prepare tax returns, including personal, corporation tax, VAT, and P11D/Benefit in Kind returns.
• Prepare management accounts and reports for clients.
• Provide bookkeeping services and client training on relevant processes.
• Liaise with Client Managers and Scheduling Manager on job progress, timetabling, budgeting, and billing.
• Communicate directly with clients via phone, email, and written correspondence to ensure excellent service.
• Maintain professional standards, ethics, and a positive image of the firm.
• Support other staff members, share knowledge, and provide guidance where needed.
• Follow firm systems, policies, and procedures, requesting clarification or training when required.
• Maintain clear records of communications, research, and assumptions for client files.
• Assist with administrative duties such as reception cover, updating systems, and attending office meetings.

Requirements

• Relevant accounting experience in a practice environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, tax, VAT, payroll, and bookkeeping.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and client-service skills.
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and professional approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £28,000 - £34,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Supportive professional environment with opportunities for growth and training