Accounts and Audit Accountant

ACCA Careers; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working (1 day remote per week)

Free Car Parking

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

ACCA Careers in Gloucester seeks an Audit and Accounts professional to manage financial reporting and conduct audits for a professional services client base. The role involves collaborating with charities, retail, and other sectors, with scope for hybrid working and a supportive environment.

You will prepare financial statements, perform audits, and assist with corporate tax and VAT. Strong knowledge of accounting standards, analytical skills, and client communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualification or part-qualification in ACA, ACCA, or equivalent.
• Experience in accounts preparation and audit within professional services.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and audit practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong communication skills for client and team interactions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements in compliance with accounting standards.
• Run and execute audit assignments, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations.
• Collaborate with clients to gather necessary financial information and resolve queries.
• Assist in the preparation of corporate tax returns and VAT submissions.
• Ensure timely completion of all accounting and audit tasks to meet deadlines.
• Support junior team members with guidance and technical advice.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in accounting and audit regulations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to their implementation.

Skills

Accounting standards

Audit practices

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting software

Job description

The role of an Audit and Accounts in Gloucester involves managing financial reporting and conducting audits to ensure compliance and accuracy. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong background in audit and accounting within the professional services industry.

Client Details

The employer is a respected organisation within the professional services industry, operating as a medium small-sized practice . They are committed to delivering high-quality accounting and audit services while fostering a professional and supportive work environment. Working with a wide range of clients that include, Charities, Retail, Construction, Food Chain, Care homes, Farming and Agriculture with T/O ranging from £100 million to £10 Million and £1 million (Charities).

Description

• Prepare and review financial statements in compliance with accounting standards.
• Run and execute audit assignments, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations.
• Collaborate with clients to gather necessary financial information and resolve queries.
• Assist in the preparation of corporate tax returns and VAT submissions.
• Ensure timely completion of all accounting and audit tasks to meet deadlines.
• Support junior team members with guidance and technical advice.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in accounting and audit regulations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to their implementation.

Profile

• A qualification or part-qualification in ACA, ACCA, or equivalent.
• Proven experience in accounts preparation and audit within professional services.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and audit practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in relevant accounting software and Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong communication skills for client and team interactions.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Generous holiday entitlement of 26 days, plus bank holidays.
• Opportunity for hybrid working with one day remote per week.
• Supportive and professional work environment in Gloucester.
• Free Car Parking
• Chance to grow and develop within the professional services industry.