Semi Senior Accountant

Glu Recruit; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a candidate in Huddersfield for an accountancy role involving bookkeeping, preparation of financial statements, and client management. The ideal applicant will have 2-3 years of experience in an accountancy practice, familiarity with accounting software such as Sage and Xero, and strong organisational and communication skills. This role offers opportunities for development and interaction with clients.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years working in an accountancy practice environment.
• Experience with accounting software is an advantage.
• Strong prioritisation and organisation skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare basic company financial statements.
• Assist with managing a portfolio of clients.
• Preparation of personal tax returns.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Record keeping

Education

Studying towards AAT or ACCA/ACA

Relevant university degree

Tools

Sage 50

Xero

QuickBooks

Iris

Sage Business Cloud

Job description

Overview

• Client bookkeeping
• Assisting with the management of a portfolio of clients
• Preparation of basic company financial statements
• Preparation of interim management accounts
• Preparation of personal tax returns
• Preparation of partnership accounts and returns
• Preparation of quarterly VAT returns
• Potential to attend client meetings and interact with directors and business owners
• Assist with training of apprentices
• Company Secretarial Duties (desirable)
• Preparation of P11Ds (desirable)
• Payroll experience (desirable)
• Any other general accountancy/administrative work as required

The successful candidate

• 2-3 years working in an accountancy practice environment
• Experience of Sage 50, Xero, QuickBooks, Iris, Sage Business Cloud is an advantage
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent communication skills with a good telephone manner
• Good written and technical skills
• Strong prioritisation and organisation skills
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Strong record keeping skills
• Studying towards AAT or ACCA/ACA or have completed a relevant university degree
• Proactive
• Organised
• Forward-thinking
• Self-motivated
• Confident