Business Services Senior (Agriculture Sector)

Armstrong Watson LLP; Kendal; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice Employer Contribution Pension Scheme

Competitive Annual Leave entitlement

Smart Working Policy

Health Shield Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid flu jabs and eye tests

Introductory Commission Scheme

Employee Referral Scheme

Investment towards Continuous Professional Development

Job summary

Armstrong Watson LLP is looking for a Business Services Senior to join their team in Kendal. This role involves working with Agricultural clients and offers clear progression opportunities.

You will be responsible for drafting financial statements, preparing VAT returns, and managing accounts. Candidates should be qualified (AAT, ICAS, ACA, or ACCA) and have experience in accounting. The firm offers a competitive salary along with a positive benefits package, including a pension scheme and smart working policies.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience in an Accounting capacity at an Accountancy Practice.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Completing draft financial statements for clients.
• Preparing VAT returns and management accounts.
• Assist with filing financial statements and tax returns.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Interest in Agricultural sector

Education

AAT, ICAS, ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

Business Services Senior (Agriculture Sector)

Department: Business Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Kendal

Description

We are looking for people who want more than the next job. People who care deeply about: Standards and professionalism, Doing work they are proud to put their name to, Building long‑term client relationships, Being part of a firm with real momentum and intent.

What you will find here: A firm with clear direction and momentum, Clients who value advice and relationships, Colleagues who care about doing things properly, A culture built on Passion, Trust, Humanity and Honesty, Genuine opportunity to shape your career as the firm grows.

The Role

Recruiting for a Business Services Senior (Agriculture) to join our Kendal office and wider Business Services Service Line, with clear progression opportunities working with mainly Agricultural clients.

• Completing draft financial statements for sole traders, partnerships and companies ready for review by a Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager.
• Completing draft business tax computations ready for review by a Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager.
• Preparing VAT returns, bookkeeping assignments and management accounts for clients.
• Assisting with the filing of financial statements and corporate tax returns.
• Raising appropriate queries for the Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager.

The Candidate

In order to fulfil the responsibilities of the position, we would like candidates to be / have:

• A Full UK Driving Licence
• Either AAT, ICAS, ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Experience of working in an Accounting capacity at an Accountancy Practice.
• Comfortable working in a fast paced environment.
• A dedicated team player, and willing to assist colleagues in the team where possible.
• Able to prioritise workloads under strict deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Able to use initiative and have great organisation / problem solving skills.
• A genuine interest in the Agricultural sector, and experience working with Agricultural clients would be desirable.
• Keen to become part of a dynamic team.

The Benefits

In return for your hard work helping us shape our future growth and development; we will provide a competitive salary and a positive benefits package which includes:

• Salary Sacrifice Employer Contribution Pension Scheme including Life Cover (4x salary) and Income Protection
• Competitive Annual Leave entitlement & Annual Leave Purchase Scheme allowing you to buy up to 5 additional days annual leave each year.
• Smart Working Policy, giving you the ability to balance home and remote working.
• Health Shield Cash Plan (cash back on a range of Health benefits and discounts on holidays, fashion and entertainment)
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support for wellbeing and health)
• Paid flu jabs and eye tests.
• Introductory Commission Scheme (financial reward if you refer a new client)
• Employee Referral Scheme (financial reward if you refer new AW colleagues) enabling you to claim up to £2,500 for each referral.
• Investment towards Continuous Professional Development (CPD), which includes access to comprehensive training courses and materials.
• Paid professional membership fees.

In addition to all the benefits you would expect from an award winning employer, you will be given the utmost encouragement and support to develop your career further.

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