Hybrid Practice Accountant: Bookkeeping & VAT (1 day WFH)

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd.; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One day WFH

20 days holiday

Bank holidays

Pension - auto enrolment

Sick pay

On-site parking

Company events

And more

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD is seeking an Accountant for a well-regarded accountancy practice in Stevenage. The role covers bookkeeping, VAT, and hands-on accounting for a client portfolio, with a mix of on-site and one day per week home working.

Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of practice experience, and ACCA/AAT/ACCA qualifications are advantageous. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years Accountancy Practice experience.
• AAT/ACA/ACCA part or full qualifications are advantageous.
• Must be able to commute to Stevenage.
• Experience across different accountancy software.
• Experience in consistently hitting deadlines, and handling client relationships.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping and financial records for a portfolio of clients across a range of industries.
• Obtain, organise and process financial information from clients, ensuring records are complete and accurate.
• Maintain purchase and sales ledgers, process bank transactions and complete regular bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, ensuring compliance with relevant deadlines and HMRC requirements.
• Prepare and submit CIS returns, where applicable, and assist with related client queries.
• Review bookkeeping records to identify discrepancies, missing information and potential errors, resolving issues where possible.
• Liaise with clients to obtain outstanding documentation, clarify transactions and ensure financial records are maintained up to date.
• Prepare and collate financial information for the outsourced accounts preparation team, ensuring all relevant records and supporting documents are provided.
• Monitor client deadlines and manage workloads effectively to ensure work is completed accurately and on time.
• Assist clients with bookkeeping software, accounting queries and general financial administration where required.

Skills

Communication

Client relationships

Accounting software

Attention to detail

Education

AAT/ACA/ACCA qualifications advantageous

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD is seeking an Accountant for a well-regarded accountancy practice in Stevenage. The role covers bookkeeping, VAT, and hands-on accounting for a client portfolio, with a mix of on-site and one day per week home working.

Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of practice experience, and ACCA/AAT/ACCA qualifications are advantageous. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential for success in this position.