Associate Director - Charity specialist Accountancy Firm

Hays Senior Finance; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in the charity and not-for-profit sector seeks an experienced accountant to support its Directors. You'll be involved in high-level accounting and taxation work, liaising with clients, and ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements. With excellent communication skills and a focus on ethical practices, you will have a chance to grow within a renowned firm offering benefits and a supportive environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Pension

Health cover

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years' practice experience required.
• Strong knowledge of direct tax legislation.
• Good understanding of accounting and auditing standards.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Client-focused

Proficiency in accounting software

Education

Qualified ACA/ACCA

Job description

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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