Accounts Technician, General Practice: St Ives, Cambridgeshire

Whitings LLP.; St. Ives, Ely, St. Neots, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the accounting sector is seeking an Accounts Technician to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to prepare financial statements, manage tax returns, and utilize popular accounting software like Xero and Sage. With a focus on professional development and a supportive work environment, this position promises a fulfilling career path. The firm values strong communication and teamwork, making it an excellent place for self-motivated individuals who thrive under pressure. Join a company that prioritizes its employees' growth and wellbeing, offering generous benefits and a collaborative atmosphere.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Continued development opportunities

Flexible working

Enhanced Maternity Pay Policy

Income protection for long-term sickness

Life assurance

Paid study leave

Health Shield cash back plan

Enhanced sick pay

Wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Candidates should be part or fully qualified AAT or qualified by experience.
• Strong attention to detail and self-motivation are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and complete corporation tax returns.
• Prepare VAT returns and management accounts.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Part or fully qualified AAT

Qualified by experience

Tools

Excel

Xero

Sage

Quickbooks

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Technician

Location: St Ives Office (with some time at Ely, St Ives, and St Neots offices)

Department: General Practice

Employment Type: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Qualifications: Part or fully qualified AAT, or qualified by experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare financial statements for companies, sole traders and partnerships as well as completing the corporation tax returns
• Completion of personal tax returns for directors, sole traders and rental accounts
• Preparation of VAT returns and management accounts
• Utilise Excel and IT packages such as Xero, Sage and Quickbooks

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Attention to detail
• Self-motivated and driven
• Ability to work well under pressure

Salary/remuneration package on offer will be at market rates in line with knowledge and experience.

Core benefits:

• Generous annual leave (25 days per annum plus Bank Holidays)
• Continued development including attending training courses, webinars, leadership, management development and continuing professional development programmes
• Flexible working is encouraged and regularly reviewed
• Enhanced Maternity Pay Policy
• In case of long-term sickness or incapacity, income protection is provided
• Life assurance
• Paid study leave
• Paid professional subscriptions
• Health Shield cash back plan – for treatments such as dental, optical and physiotherapy etc (a more extensive list is available)
• Flu vaccinations
• Enhanced sick pay
• Tax efficient pension (salary sacrifice)
• We have a wellbeing programme, which includes counselling and mental health support and legal advice
• Team social events, fundraising and activities with other local offices.

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