Accounts & Audit Semi Senior Accountant

Armstrong Knight Ltd; Braintree; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company in Braintree is looking for an Accounts & Audit Semi Senior Accountant to join their friendly team. The role involves reviewing work, preparing accounts, and assisting with audits while ensuring compliance with regulations. This position is ideal for someone committed to learning and developing their accounting skills within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to act with care and confidentiality.
• Commitment to learning new skills and knowledge.
• Effective communication with internal and external parties.

Responsibilities

• Review work undertaken by Accounts Assistants and provide feedback.
• Prepare draft annual accounts considering legislation.
• Assist with audit work and report findings.

Skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Effective Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

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Accounts & Audit Semi Senior Accountant, Braintree

Client:

Armstrong Knight Ltd

Location:

Braintree, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

Armstrong Knight is pleased to collaborate with an approachable and independent company offering a range of services to their clients. They are a forward-thinking company looking for someone to join their friendly and positive team.

What would the role involve?

• Integrate successfully with the team and support other team members effectively.
• Review work undertaken by Accounts Assistants and provide timely feedback, assisting with training if necessary.
• Prepare complex elements such as VAT controls, PAYE controls, and other challenging areas.
• Prepare draft annual accounts considering current legislation and accounting standards, and ensure compliance with disclosure requirements.
• Ensure accounting working papers are correctly prepared according to Practice procedures and that lead schedules agree with reviewed accounts.
• Prepare draft tax computations for corporate clients for review by the tax manager.
• Prepare schedules and controls for management accounts as per the format agreed with the Accounts Manager.
• Communicate with clients to obtain information, address queries, and complete the accounts preparation process.
• Review VAT return schedules, communicate liability to clients, and submit returns by deadlines.
• Complete statutory work accurately and within time limits.
• Assist with audit work following instructions from the Audit Manager, including bank testing, transaction testing, fixed asset testing, and debtor/creditor testing.
• Report findings to the Audit Manager and highlight any issues.
• Train accounts and audit assistants according to the Practice’s training program and identify training needs.

What Skills are required?

• Act with care and confidentiality at all times.
• Commit to learning new skills and developing knowledge.
• Have an enquiring mind to solve queries.
• Follow instructions carefully.
• Work well within a team environment.
• Encourage and empathize when training assistant accountants.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external parties.