Associate Director

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in the charity and not-for-profit sector is seeking a Senior Accountant to assist with high-level accounting and tax work. The role offers a clear route to partnership and requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting software. This position includes benefits like 25 days holiday, pension, and health coverage, making it an attractive opportunity for those wanting to build a career in the ethical sector.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Pension

Health cover

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years' practice experience.
• Strong knowledge and ability to finalise financial statements and tax compliance work for SMEs.
• Good understanding of accounting and auditing standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist Partners with high-level Accounting/Tax work and correspondence.
• Conduct Accounting and Tax research for charitable sectors.
• Finalise Statutory Accounts and Tax Returns.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Proficient in accounting software

Knowledge of direct tax legislation

Education

Qualified ACA/ACCA

Job description

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior role with a clear route to partnership.

Your new company
Our client is a leading firm in the charity and not-for-profit sector, also providing taxation consultancy to many charitable businesses. This role supports the Directors and requires a well-organised, client-focused individual with excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively.

Your new role

• Assist the Partners with high-level Accounting/Tax work and related correspondence.
• Liaise with clients and proactively correspond with HMRC and government departments.
• Conduct Accounting and Tax research as necessary for the charitable and not-for-profit sectors.
• Finalise Statutory Accounts, Tax Returns, and other Compliance work.
• Support supervision of senior staff and the firm's accounting department.

What you'll need to succeed

• Ability to finalise financial statements and tax compliance work for SMEs.
• Strong knowledge of direct tax legislation.
• Qualified ACA/ACCA with a minimum of 6 years' practice experience.
• Good understanding of accounting and auditing standards.
• Accurate and proficient in accounting software packages.
• Desire to build a career in the ethical, charitable and not-for-profit sector
• Excellent communication and IT skills

What you'll get in return

• This role offers the opportunity to join a high-profile specialist Firm and develop your career within its exceptional network.
• Benefits include 25 days holiday, pension and health cover

What you need to do now

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