Accounts Senior

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension

Competitive salary

Supportive team

Progression opportunities

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions in Swindon is collaborating with a well-established regional professional services firm to recruit an Accounts Senior. You will oversee a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring accurate financial statement preparation and providing valuable financial insights.

The role offers hybrid working, pension, and progression within a supportive team. You will supervise junior staff, liaise with HMRC, and advise on tax and accounting matters for partnerships, LLPs, and limited

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualification or equivalent required.
• Strong attention to detail and client relationship skills.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with entrepreneurial clients to guide expanding businesses.
• Prepare annual accounts and tax computations for partnerships, LLPs and limited companies.
• Manage self-assessment tax returns and clarify client obligations.
• Advise clients on capital tax matters including inheritance and capital gains tax.
• Maintain accurate accounting records for reliable reporting.
• Prepare quarterly VAT returns and meet deadlines.
• Communicate with HMRC to address client inquiries.
• Provide admin and business setup services to support growth.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Deadline-driven

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification or equivalent

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Accounts SeniorDescription:

LHH is thrilled to collaborate with a well-established regional professional services firm in Swindon. They provide a variety of services, including chartered accountancy, business and tax advisory services, and auditing. The firm takes pride in its client-centered approach, allowing them to deliver tailored, reliable, and trustworthy solutions to both individual and business clients.

Our client is seeking an experienced Accounts Senior to join their expanding team. In this position, you will oversee a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring accurate financial statement preparation and providing valuable financial insights.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with entrepreneurial clients to offer guidance for their expanding businesses.
• Prepare annual accounts and tax computations for both incorporated and unincorporated entities, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Manage self-assessment tax returns, providing clarity on clients' obligations.
• Advise clients on capital tax matters, including inheritance tax and capital gains tax.
• Maintain accurate accounting records for effective financial reporting.
• Prepare quarterly VAT returns and ensure timely compliance with submission deadlines.
• Communicate with HMRC to address and resolve client inquiries.
• Provide administrative and business setup services to facilitate client growth.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members.

Requirements:

• ACA/ACCA qualification or equivalent.
• Able to perform effectively under pressure.
• Skilled in Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks.
• Experienced in preparing accounts for partnerships, LLPs, and limited companies.
• Consistently meets deadlines.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to develop and maintain client relationships.
• Proficient problem-solving abilities and a strong attention to detail.

Extra benefits:

• Hybrid working.
• Pension.
• Competitive salaries.
• A supportive and friendly team environment.
• Progression.