Practice Accountant

Park Street People; Frome; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Street People Ltd near Frome is seeking a Practice Accountant to manage a client portfolio and deliver a broad range of accounting, tax, payroll and compliance services.

You will work with clients and colleagues to ensure accurate accounts, meet deadlines and provide a professional, responsive service across varied client types including sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.

Qualifications

• Qualified with ICAEW/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent, with post-qualification practice experience.
• Strong experience in accounts preparation, VAT, payroll and Self-Assessment tax returns.
• Proficient with Xero, QuickBooks or Sage.
• Excellent client communication and ability to manage multiple clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients with accurate accounting records.
• Prepare management accounts, year-end accounts and reports for a range of businesses.
• Handle bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, VAT returns and general ledger activities.
• Prepare and support payroll and Self-Assessment tax returns.
• Work with accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Review financial information and resolve discrepancies.
• Support year-end processes, audits and information for HMRC.
• Provide clients with practical accounting guidance and software support.

Skills

Accounts preparation

VAT knowledge

Payroll processing

Self-Assessment tax returns

Client communication

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ICAEW/ACCA/CIMA)

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Our client based near Frome are currently looking for a Practice Accountant to join their team. This is a varied role offering the opportunity to manage a portfolio of clients while taking responsibility for a broad range of accounting, tax, payroll and compliance activities.

You will work closely with clients and colleagues to ensure accounts and financial information are accurate, deadlines are met, and clients receive a professional and responsive service.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients, maintaining accurate and up-to-date accounting records
• Prepare management accounts, year-end accounts and other financial reports for a range of businesses
• Handle bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, VAT returns and general ledger activities
• Prepare and support payroll, Self-Assessment tax returns and other compliance requirements
• Work on accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Review financial information, investigate discrepancies and ensure records are complete and accurate
• Support year-end processes, audits and the preparation of information for HMRC and other external stakeholders
• Provide clients with practical guidance on accounting matters and accounting software

Requirements

• ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualified with post-qualification experience in an accountancy practice
• Strong practical experience across accounts preparation, VAT, payroll and Self-Assessment tax returns
• Confident using accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or similar
• Well organised, commercially aware and able to manage multiple clients and competing deadlines
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional, approachable manner when dealing with clients.

Park Street People Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.