Semi Senior Accountant

Fusion Consulting Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£40k salary dependant on experience

Study support

24 days holiday +BH

Birthday day off

Private medical insurance

Group life insurance

FusionPoints bonus scheme

Job summary

Fusion Consulting Group in Finchley, London, is seeking a Semi Senior Accountant to handle end-to-end accounting tasks for SME clients. You will work under an Accounts Manager, with on-the-job training and study support provided as you progress toward ACCA/ACA qualification.

The role involves preparing year-end accounts, tax returns, VAT, and client relationship management across a varied portfolio. WFH on Fridays with 9am-5pm schedule.

Qualifications

• Four years+ experience in a UK practice
• Currently studying toward ACCA/ACA
• Excellent IT skills with Excel, IRIS and Xero
• Strong understanding of UK accounting and taxation principles
• Experience preparing accounts for various business structures
• Experience preparing personal and corporation tax returns
• Knowledge of VAT and compliance requirements
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Good organisational and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Work with a varied client portfolio, from sole traders to limited companies
• Prepare year-end accounts for various client types
• Prepare and submit personal, partnership and corporation tax returns
• Prepare VAT returns and assist with VAT queries
• Manage client relationships and perform bookkeeping support
• Review bookkeeping records for accuracy and completeness
• Prepare management information and other financial data as required
• Communicate with HMRC and Companies House on behalf of clients
• Support senior team members with complex accounting and tax tasks
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting, tax, and regulatory requirements

Skills

Excel

IRIS

Xero

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Proactive & self-motivated

Analytical skills

Written skills

Education

ACCA/ACA in progress

Tools

Excel

IRIS

Xero

Job description

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Semi Senior Accountant

Due to extensive growth, Fusion Consulting Group are looking to recruit a Semi Senior Accountant to join a leading Professional Services Group in our head offices in Finchley, London.

We are now a Top 100 accountancy firm and the group has several subsidiaries ranging from Tax, Accounting, Legal, Financial Services and Recruitment.

Our mission is to disrupt the disjointed Professional Services space.

Job Description

Working with our team of accountants, you will be required to complete end to end accounting tasks for a range of SME businesses, using industry leading tools.

The role of Semi Senior Accountant will report directly to an Accounts Manager.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a career focussed and enthusiastic trainee with a strong work ethic and a desire to develop a career within a Top 100 firm at an exciting time of growth and expansion. On the job training and study support will be provided for the successful applicant.

Responsibilities

You will work with a varied portfolio of clients, ranging from sole traders and partnerships to limited companies, providing a broad range of accounting, tax and general practice services.

• Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Preparing and submitting personal, partnership and corporation tax returns
• Preparing VAT returns and assisting clients with VAT-related queries
• Managing a portfolio of clients and maintaining strong client relationships
• Assisting clients with bookkeeping and accounting software queries
• Reviewing bookkeeping records and ensuring accounts are complete and accurate
• Preparing management accounts and other financial information where required
• Communicating with HMRC and Companies House on behalf of clients
• Supporting senior team members with more complex accounting and tax assignments
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant accounting, tax and regulatory requirements

Person Specification

• At least four years working within a UK practice
• Have started or are currently studying towards their ACCA/ACA qualification
• Excellent user of IT and in particular Excel, IRIS and Xero
• A strong understanding of UK accounting and taxation principles
• Experience preparing accounts for a range of business structures
• Experience preparing personal and corporation tax returns
• Good knowledge of VAT and general compliance requirements
• Team player with positive attitude
• Being proactive and self motivated
• Keen and committed to learn
• Good organisational skills
• Good analytical skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and writing skills

What we offer

• Up to £40,000pa dependant on experience
• Study support (time off and funding for exams)
• 24 days holiday + Bank holidays
• An additional day off for your Birthday every year
• Private medical insurance
• Group life insurance
• FusionPoints bonus scheme

Job Type: Full-time, Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm (Fridays WFH)

Job Location: Finchley, N3, London

About Fusion Consulting

Fusion is a multi-discipline professional services group offering 360advisory services to private clients and fast-growth businesses. We assist entrepreneurial businesses and private clients by delivering an end-to-end solution throughout their business journey.

Fusion crafts client solutions using its in-house team of highly skilled consultants; we deliver value by harnessing our experience in both practice and industry, with a range of expertise within International Taxation, Company Accounting, Recruitment, IT Strategy, Business Advisory, Legal Services and Financial services ensuring a joined-up approach and seamless client experience.

Equal Opportunities

Fusion Consulting Ltd is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.