Qualified Accountant

Dickson O'Brien; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Dickson O'Brien is seeking an organised and detail-oriented Qualified Accountant to join their growing team in West Yorkshire. The role focuses on managing a varied client portfolio, providing bookkeeping and VAT services to sole traders and incorporated businesses across a wide range of industries.

The successful candidate will carry out bookkeeping with Xero, prepare VAT returns, mentor junior staff, and maintain strong client relationships while delivering high-quality service in a

Qualifications

• Experience working within an accountancy practice.
• Strong bookkeeping and VAT knowledge.
• Experience managing multiple client deadlines.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT clients, including sole traders and limited companies.
• Carry out bookkeeping duties using accounting software, predominantly Xero.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and on time.
• Review work completed by junior team members and outsourced staff.
• Respond to client queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Ensure trial balances are accurate and complete before handover to the accounts department.
• Process VAT registrations and de-registrations with HMRC.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide high levels of customer service.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT knowledge

Deadline management

Communication

Tools

Xero

Job description

Qualified Accountant

Location: West Yorkshire

About the Role

Our growing practise is seeking an organised and detail-oriented Accountant to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with previous experience in an accountancy practice who is looking to further develop their career in a professional and supportive environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a varied client portfolio, providing bookkeeping and VAT services to sole traders and incorporated businesses across a wide range of industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT clients, including sole traders and limited companies
• Carry out bookkeeping duties using a variety of accounting software, predominantly Xero
• Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and on time
• Review work completed by junior team members and outsourced staff
• Respond to client queries in a professional and timely manner
• Ensure trial balances are accurate and complete before handover to the accounts department
• Process VAT registrations and de-registrations with HMRC
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide high levels of customer service

Skills & Experience Required

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice
• Strong bookkeeping and VAT knowledge
• Experience managing multiple client deadlines
• Excellent communication and