Remote Accountant

Meyer-Scott Recruitment Limited; Peterborough; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern bookkeeping practice in Peterborough seeks an experienced Accountant to manage small business clients. You will handle accounts, tax returns, and bookkeeping in a supportive team environment. The firm values proactive client relationships and offers remote working options.

Benefits

Company Pension

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Remote Working

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year's practice accountancy experience.
• Solid understanding of UK tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of small business clients.
• Preparation of accounts and tax returns.

Skills

Communication

Organisational

Education

AAT qualified

ACCA/ACA part-qualified

Tools

Xero

Dext

Apron

Job description

Salary + Benefits: £30000 - £35000 per annum + Remote Working, Company Pension

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accountant to join a modern, forward-thinking bookkeeping practice led by a young business owner. The firm embraces up-to-date practices and technology, avoiding the outdated, traditional approach often seen in the industry.

This friendly, full-service practice offers everything from daily financial support to final accounts and tax submissions. Their approach is proactive and relationship-driven, with a goal of embedding themselves in their clients' businesses.

You will have a minimum of 1 year's practice accountancy experience. AAT qualified or ACCA/ACA part-qualified (preferred but not essential).

Role Overview:

You will manage a portfolio of small business clients and provide a full range of services. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys working independently while being part of a small and supportive team.

Duties Include:

• Preparation of accounts and corporation tax returns (CT600)
• Completion of self-assessment tax returns (SA100)
• VAT returns in compliance with Making Tax Digital (MTD)
• CIS returns
• Day-to-day bookkeeping and financial record-keeping
• Responding to ad hoc client queries and providing expert advice
• Liaising with HMRC as needed

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous experience in a practice environment (essential)
• Solid understanding of UK tax regulations (VAT, CIS, SA, CT)
• Proficiency with cloud accounting tools such as Xero, Dext, and Apron
• AAT qualified or ACCA/ACA part-qualified (preferred but not essential)
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple clients
• Company pension
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Monday to Friday, no weekends with overtime available.
• Company is open to discuss additional benefits if proposed by candidates, which may be implemented in the future.

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