Client Manager: Hybrid Accounts Lead

Bennett & Game Recruitment; Aston; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working after probation

Birthday off

Pension contribution

Free on-site parking

Paid CPD

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment is seeking an Accounts Senior in Stevenage to join a growing independent accountancy practice. You will handle year-end accounts, tax returns, and VAT for a varied client portfolio using Xero and cloud accounting.

The firm values work-life balance with flexible hours, some home-working, and a comprehensive benefits package, including holiday, pension, and CPD support. Progression to senior roles is available.

Qualifications

• AAT or equivalent qualification with accounting practice experience.
• Experience preparing year-end accounts for multiple client types.
• Solid VAT, corporation tax and personal tax returns knowledge.
• Strong client-facing communication and deadline management.
• Familiarity with Xero and cloud accounting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships.
• Prepare corporation tax returns.
• Prepare personal tax returns.
• Prepare and review VAT returns, depending on experience.
• Prepare management accounts.
• Complete accounts and tax work from client records through to draft stage.
• Identify queries and communicate with clients to resolve them.
• Carry out bookkeeping and accounting adjustments as needed.
• Review bookkeeping records before accounts preparation.
• Assist clients with Xero and other cloud accounting software.
• Liaise with HMRC and Companies House where required.
• Keep clear records in the practice management system.
• Manage your workload and deadlines.
• Support junior and trainee team members as experience develops.
• Work closely with Client Managers and Directors on complex assignments.

Skills

AAT qualified

ACA/ACCA part-qualified

UK accounting experience

Tax and VAT knowledge

Client communication

Xero experience

Education

AAT qualification

ACA/ACCA part-qualified

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

Xero

Cloud accounting software

Job description

Bennett & Game Recruitment is seeking an Accounts Senior in Stevenage to join a growing independent accountancy practice. You will handle year-end accounts, tax returns, and VAT for a varied client portfolio using Xero and cloud accounting.

The firm values work-life balance with flexible hours, some home-working, and a comprehensive benefits package, including holiday, pension, and CPD support. Progression to senior roles is available.