Qualified Accountant

Bevan Buckland LLP; Haverfordwest; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Holiday buy/sell option

Job summary

Bevan Buckland LLP in Wales is seeking a qualified accountant with several years’ experience to join our friendly team and hit the ground running. You will prepare annual statutory accounts and quarterly management accounts from clients using Xero, Sage and QuickBooks, including online VAT submissions under the guidance of the senior manager.

The role suits an organised, IT‑literate professional with a meticulous approach who works well independently yet collaborates across the firm to deliver

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounting or professional services office.
• ACA/ACCA/CTA qualification or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Excellent communication and client service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts and business tax computations.
• Prepare quarterly management accounts and online VAT submissions.
• Liaise with senior manager and other staff to ensure on time delivery.
• Assist with year-end accounts for various clients including partnerships and sole traders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

ACA/ACCA/CTA

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Salary:Dependent upon qualifications and experience

About Us

We are a well-established accounting firm with a strong client base and a focus on providing reliable, personal service. We are looking for a capable, friendly, and tech-savvy professional to join our friendly team —someone who is ready to make a difference and help develop the future of the firm.

The Role

Our immediate need is for a qualified accountant with several years experience of working in a professional accounting environment who will be able to hit the ground running and prepare annual statutory accounts and quarterly management accounts from clients Xero, Sage and QB packages to include submission of online VAT returns. It’s ideal for someone who enjoys varied tasks, has good IT skills, and likes to stay busy and organized. You’ll be reporting to the accounting senior manager to ensure on time delivery of financial accounts and MI. It is a role that can expand and develop.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts and business tax computations
• Prepare quarterly management accounts and on-line VAT submission
• Liaise with senior manager
• Support other staff with preparing year-end accounts for a wide range of companies, partnerships and sole traders.
• Manage the VAT process for designated clients.
• Carry out all aspects of work undertaken efficiently, thoroughly and in accordance with the firm’s procedures.
• Deliver information to the client promptly and within budget.Identify where there are shortfalls of work to cover chargeability and alert Manager.
• Communicate to management progress on workload and plan for efficient completion.
• Carry out other tasks that may be assigned to you to support the firm and your colleagues.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in an accounting or professional services office
• Excellent academic record
• Meticulous attention to detail
• A keen interest in developing yourself and others
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Expert IT skills in Microsoft Office suite, Xero, QuickBooks and Sage
• Comfortable learning new software and systems
• Confident in producing annual and quarterly accounts
• Well-organised, accurate, detail-oriented and proactive
• A professional attitude and the ability to work independently
• Ensuring the confidentiality of client information
• Proven experience in client acquisition
• Interest in supporting marketing events and promotions

Bonus Points For Familiarity or Experience in:

• Charities
• Insolvency
• Audit
• Personal tax returns
• Expert witness reports
• Ambition, ability and commitment needed for partnership
• Welsh speaker

To Meet Our Eligibility Criteria You Will Need:

• Practice-based accounting and tax experience
• ACA/ACCA/CTA

What will you get in return from us for your hard work and loyalty;

• 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Option to buy and/or sell holidays
• Excellent Company pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Flexible working and hybrid working options