Business Advisor

Reed; Northampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy service provider in Northampton is seeking a Business Advisor to deliver professional accountancy services. Responsibilities include preparing final accounts, managing audits, and handling tax returns for a variety of clients. The ideal candidate will be skilled in various accounting software and have strong communication skills. This full-time role offers a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in accountancy services for various entities.
• Strong understanding of tax returns and audit processes.
• Ability to maintain effective client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Plan assignments for different types of businesses.
• Prepare final accounts and manage audits.
• Liaise with clients regarding their accounts.
• Complete tax returns and correspondence with HMRC.

Skills

Familiarity with IRIS

Familiarity with Xero

Familiarity with QuickBooks

Familiarity with Sage Line 50

Familiarity with FreeAgent

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Proficient in Microsoft Outlook

Comfortable using Chrome browser

Job description

Job Title: Business AdvisorLocation: NorthamptonSalary: Competitive, based on experience and qualificationsHours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Job Purpose

To deliver a professional and efficient accountancy service to clients, in line with internal policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Client Services

• Planning assignments for sole traders, partnerships, limited companies, and charities
• Preparing final accounts for a range of entities including sole traders, partnerships, companies, and charities
• Liaising with clients to discuss and approve draft accounts
• Managing audit processes from planning (by others) through to completion
• Completing personal and partnership tax returns, as well as corporation tax returns (CT600s)
• Handling written and telephone correspondence with clients, HMRC, and other relevant parties
• Reviewing confirmation statements and other statutory documentation
• Preparing management accounts

Financial Performance

• Monitoring personal performance against job budgets and reporting any issues

Client Relations

• Maintaining effective communication and working relationships with client personnel to gather necessary information

Practice Development

• Identifying opportunities to introduce additional services to client organisations

General Duties

• Carrying out any other reasonable tasks as required

Skills & Experience

Technical Proficiency

• Familiarity with accounting software such as:
  • IRIS
  • Xero
  • QuickBooks
  • Sage Line 50
  • FreeAgent
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• Comfortable using Chrome browser