Audit & Accounts Supervisor - Chelmsford

Xeinadin Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A business advisory firm in Writtle is seeking an Audit & Accounts Supervisor. The role involves managing a client portfolio, ensuring compliance, and mentoring junior members. Candidates should be qualified accountants (ACCA/ACA) with strong interpersonal skills. The position offers competitive salary and benefits including a pension scheme and flexible benefits options.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Corporate Discounts Platform

Qualifications

• Experience managing and mentoring junior team members.
• Proficiency in accounting regulations and best practices.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Manage a dynamic portfolio of clients, ensuring compliance.
• Prepare client paperwork and submissions to HMRC.
• Mentor and guide junior team members.

Skills

Qualified practice accountant (ACCA/ACA)

Client management

Expertise in Xero, Sage, QuickBooks

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

Audit & Accounts Supervisor - Chelmsford | Vacancy No VN658 | Employment Type Permanent | Location: Writtle, United Kingdom

Company Description

Xeinadin was established in 2019 when more than 100 successful, independent, business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It is our people who help drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting the individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 1800 colleagues operate in collaboration across the Group, combining collective expertise to maximise our people\'s potential. As part of one Xeinadin, our colleagues are able to draw on expertise and support from across our UK, Ireland and central teams, as well as benefitting from being a part of their local communities.

Description

Responsible for the delivery of a high-quality service to clients. The role of the senior is producing accurate client work and to help junior team members. This means producing accurate files, working to deadlines, and supporting others where needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a dynamic portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all financial reporting and submissions
• Prepare client paperwork (Accounts, tax, PAYE, VAT) within allocated deadlines to allow timely submission to HMRC
• Reconciling client accounting records via Excel or accounting software
• Ensure day to day client files/audits are completed correctly and within the timeframes and requirements set
• Deliver client work of the highest standards and ensure compliance with all legal and statutory requirements
• Handle client requests and queries in a manner that promotes client loyalty
• Mentoring and guiding junior team members, fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and excellence
• Utilising your expertise in accounting software such as Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks to streamline processes and enhance client experiences

Key Requirements

• The successfully appointed individual will be a qualified practice accountant (ACCA/ACA)
• Experience in managing and/or mentoring junior members of a practice team, with a focus on driving results and exceeding expectations
• Proficiency in navigating professional regulations and best practices, with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and making a positive impact
• Self-motivation, attention to detail, and adaptability to evolving business requirements

Additional Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Dependable and reliable team player
• Professional manner and appearance at all times
• Strong computer skills Microsoft Office Skills

Model

Office Based

Salary

Competitive

Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform
• Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as: PMI single or family, Critical Illness Cover, Cash plan, Cycle to work, Eye care, Dental