Accountant (001)

.Payroll Easy Group; Croydon; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Croydon seeks an experienced accountant to support its finance function. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, preparing management accounts, and ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and tax regulations. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of four years in accountancy practice and expertise in client management. This is a full-time position offering opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in accountancy practice.
• CIS accounting knowledge is required.
• Proven ability to prepare financial statements and tax returns.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records including accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare company management accounts and financial statement performance comparisons.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements for annual filings and tax submissions.

Skills

Technical accounting skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Education

ACCA

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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The accountant (Reference A001) will be based in Croydon and is responsible for assisting the finance function for the organization and the development of core business in the Company.

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, taxation, and financial reporting, with a focus on working within an accountancy practice. He/ She will join our team and support company mission to deliver excellence in care through strong financial management and strategic planning.The role provides an excellent opportunity for career progression.

Key responsibilities:

Bookkeep and Accounting :

· Maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger entries.

· Review and control of invoices process, payments process and bank reconciliations

• Assist with monthly payroll processing including payroll payment and employee expense claims
  
• Prepare month end closing for group companies
  
• Small business accounting
  
• CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) accounting
  
• Liaise with external accountants as needed
  

Financial and Management Reporting:

· Prepare company management accounts, including a comprehensive overview of financial statement performance, comparing actual results with budget and forecast with a clear narrative and explanation for senior management

· Prepare monthly balance sheet and cash flow analysis, including analysis of cash and working capital

· Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations

Year End statutory accounts and taxation process

• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with UK GAAP, or other relevant accounting standards.
  
• Driving the timeliness and accuracy of statutory financial reporting by all group companies, ensure compliance with financial reporting standard
  
• Prepare and review corporate tax returns, VAT returns and CIS filing
  
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and deadlines for annual filings and tax submissions.
  

Qualifications & Experience:

Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in accountancy practice, with exposure to dealing with a diverse client portfolio.
  
• CIS accounting knowledge (required)
  
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and tax regulations.
  
• Proven ability to prepare and review financial statements, tax returns, management accounts, and tax returns.
  

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Strong technical accounting and tax skills.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  
• Strong organisational and time management skills
  
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
  
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, and Microsoft Excel.
  
• Client-focused with a proactive attitude.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
• Commitment to professional development and keeping up with industry changes.
  

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £36,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Professional:

• ACCA
  

Other : please quote reference A001 in job application