Financial Accountant

Addington Ball; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Shrewsbury is seeking a Financial Accountant to manage a portfolio of clients, prepare statutory accounts, and offer guidance on financial statements. The position offers a salary up to £45,000, career progression, and hybrid working options. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with excellent IT and communication skills, keeping up with legislation developments.

Benefits

Starting salary up to £45,000

Team incentive bonus scheme

Comprehensive benefits package

Health care cash plan

Child care vouchers

Cycle to work scheme

Collaborative office culture

Qualifications

• Prior experience of preparing statutory accounts for a portfolio of clients.
• Up to date with adaptations in legislation and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients in the preparation of their accounts.
• Analyse financial statements, providing guidance and advice.
• Reviewing junior assignments, providing feedback and support.

Skills

Qualified accountant (AAT, ACCA, ACA / ICAEW)

IT skills including Excel and accounting software

Strong business acumen

Well-rounded communication skills

Tools

Xero

IRIS

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Overview

Due to continued growth, a highly respected accountancy practice firm based in Shrewsbury require a Financial Accountant. Hybrid working from home along with inexhaustible career opportunities on offer.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients in the preparation of their accounts, ensuring standards and deadlines are adhered to
• Analyse financial statements, providing guidance and advice where applicable
• Reviewing junior assignments, providing feedback and support them in the development of their professional competencies

Requirements

• A qualified accountant of either AAT, ACCA or ACA / ICAEW or equivalent with prior experience of preparing statutory accounts for a portfolio of clients
• Constantly up to date with adaptations in legislation and compliance requirements
• IT skills including Excel and any accounting software (Xero, IRIS, QuickBooks, Sage, etc)
• Possess a strong business acumen and hold well-rounded communication skills

What’s on offer

• A starting salary up to £45,000 (dependent upon experience)
• No barriers on career progression prospects
• Team incentive bonus scheme
• Hybrid working from home and flexible working options
• Comprehensive benefits package including enhanced holidays
• Health care cash plan
• Funded membership fees for affiliations
• Corporate Social Responsibility, support local communities and charities
• Additional benefits including child care vouchers, cycle to work and car parking
• Regular team socials and activities
• A collaborative, supportive office culture

Register your interest by applying today or call Luke or Richard on (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity further, always in complete confidence.

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