Newly Qualified Accountant

Quest Recruitment Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunity for career progression

Job summary

A dynamic and growing firm is seeking a Newly Qualified Accountant to join their Audit and Accounts team in Chelmsford. This role offers the chance to work with a variety of business clients, focusing on the preparation of accounts and involvement in auditing processes. Ideal candidates will have recently qualified with ACA or ACCA and possess strong communication and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified accountant with ACA or ACCA.
• At least 3 years of practice experience.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of year-end statutory accounts.
• Involvement in audit work at client premises or remotely.
• Assist clients with queries and ad hoc financial duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

About the job Newly Qualified Accountant

We are looking to recruit a newly qualified (ACA or ACCA) accountant to join their Audit and Accounts team working out of our Chelmsford office. Working to deliver a broad range of services to a number of business clients, this opportunity would suit an individual who is looking to progress their career having recently qualified. The ideal candidate will be newly qualified, with at least 3 years practice experience. Audit experience would be an advantage but is not essential.

The main duties of the role are:
• Preparation of year-end statutory accounts;
• Preparation of monthly or quarterly management accounts;
• Involvement in audit work at client premises or remotely;
• Assisting clients with queries;
• Assist with the management of the staff;
• Ad hoc financial duties;
• Assisting senior staff with ad hoc projects;

Key characteristics include strong attention to detail and communication skills, a professional approach to clients and colleagues and a firm commitment to providing top quality client service. The ability to drive and live locally to the Chelmsford office will be essential. The individual should be ambitious and keen to progress their career with a growing firm.

On offer for the right candidate is a competitive salary, and the opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic and growing audit and accounts department.