Accountant (Practice)

North Star Consulting; Aberdeen City; Hybride; GBP 40 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

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Résumé du poste

North Star Consulting in Aberdeen is seeking an experienced Accountant (Practice) to manage a diverse SMB client portfolio. You will deliver statutory accounts, management information, and advisory support across FRS102/FRS105, tax, and payroll liaison in a hybrid role with four days in the office and one day at home.

Ideal candidates will have ACA/ACCA or UK-equivalent with 5+ years UK practice experience, strong client relationships, and experience with Sage or Xero.

Qualifications

• Based in daily commuting distance of Aberdeen.
• Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship).
• ACA/ACCA qualified (or UK-recognised equivalent) or QBE/time-barred with UK practice experience.
• 5+ years of UK practice experience.
• Experience with Sage and/or Xero.
• Experience preparing accounts including FRS102 and FRS105.

Responsabilités

• Prepare statutory accounts (FRS102/FRS105).
• Manage monthly/quarterly management accounts.
• Handle corporation tax filings (CT600) and VAT submissions.
• Liaise with HMRC and clients; maintain relationships.
• Oversee payroll activity with payroll team.
• Coach junior staff and contribute to firm growth.

Connaissances

Client management

Mentoring juniors

Face-to-face meetings

UK practice experience

Formation

ACA/ACCA

Outils

Sage

Xero

Description du poste

Accountant, (Practice)

£40,000 – £50,000 + benefits

Hybrid working, 4 days in office, 1 work at home. Flexible start / finish times may be possible by agreement.

The Opportunity

We are working with a growing and well regarded accountancy firm with multiple regional offices across Scotland. Due to continued growth driven by strong client retention, new business wins, and strategic acquisitions, the firm wishes to appoint an experienced Accountant. The client base includes owner-managed businesses, SMBs, micro-entities, and not-for-profits.

About You

Important – Please Read Before Applying

• You currently live within daily commuting distance of Aberdeen (essential)
• Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship, transfer, or support available for this job)
• ACA / ACCA qualified (or UK-recognised equivalent) or QBE/time-barred with significant UK Practice experience
• Current or recent experience of working in a UK accountancy practice environment, preferably small/mid-tier
• Probably 5 years' + Practice experience
• Proven experience preparing accounts, including FRS102 and FRS105 statutory accounts
• Demonstrable experience of managing own portfolio of SMB clients
• Comfortable managing client relationships directly, including face to face meetings
• Experience of supervising and mentoring less experienced colleagues
• Experience with Sage and/or Xero
• Knowledge of the Scottish SMB market would be advantageous

We regret that applications that do not meet the above criteria will not be progressed.

The Role

You will manage a portfolio of clients, delivering a mix of accountancy, compliance and advisory business support, including:

• Preparation of statutory accounts (including FRS102 / FRS105)
• Management accounts (monthly/quarterly)
• Corporation tax (CT600, filings)
• VAT returns and submissions
• Client advisory and regular client meetings
• HMRC liaison (queries, payments, registrations etc)
• Overseeing payroll activity and liaising with the payroll team
• Supporting proposals and new business opportunities

You will also have the chance to coach and mentor junior team members and contribute to the firm’s continued growth.

Package

£40,000 – £50,000

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