SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Harvey McQueen Ltd; Brighton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting firm is looking for a qualified accountant to join a dynamic team in Salford, England. The role involves managing a portfolio of clients, performing statutory accounting, and providing financial analysis. Candidates should have a minimum of three years of experience in an accountancy firm, be ACCA, ACA, or ICAS qualified (or QBE). Benefits include a competitive salary of £35,000 to £42,000, flexible and hybrid working, and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Access to on-site gym

Paid professional body membership/CPD

Flexible and Hybrid working

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• At least three years experience in a small or medium sized accountancy firm.
• Positive attitude under pressure and a commercial mindset.
• Ability to supervise and enhance team performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients.
• Prepare and submit statutory accounts and tax returns.
• Conduct financial modelling and analysis.
• Assist with corporate finance targets and restructuring.

Skills

Time management

Client relationship skills

Communication skills

Team cooperation

Advanced Excel skills

Knowledge of cloud based accounting apps

Education

ACCA, ACA or ICAS qualified or QBE

Job description

Overview

Harvey McQueen are excited to present an excellent job opportunity for one of our clients seeking a qualified accountant to join a dynamic team based in Salford. The role will involve statutory accounting, Tax for SME's, management accounting, budgeting, financial and administrative support.

Additionally you will have the opportunity to work across a range of services, including corporate finance, mergers & acquisitions, venture capital, structured finance, transactional services and relationship advice.

The position provides the chance to work on diverse accounting services with a focus on traditional functions and corporate finance.

Duties Day to Day

• Managing a portfolio of clients.
• Preparation and submission of statutory accounts, tax computations, individual and corporate tax returns and VAT returns.
• Management accounting for clients.
• Financial modelling and financial analysis.
• Assisting with implementation of internal and external client systems.
• From time to time, duties could also include:
• Researching corporate finance targets and markets.
• Assisting with corporate tax restructuring assignments.
• Assisting with IHT planning.
• Providing due diligence support.
• Providing support in fundraising.

Job Requirements

• Good time management and a positive, can-do attitude when working under pressure.
• A commercial mindset and enthusiasm to support business growth.
• Commited to delivering the highest quality service.
• A keen supervisor of people. Able to oversee performance and bring out the best in a team.
• Enhanced client relationship skills.
• Confidence, ambition and a team player.
• A team player who is eager to support the wider team.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbally.
• The successful candidate will have at least three years experience in a small or medium sized accountancy firm and will be ACCA, ACA or ICAS qualified or QBE.
• Advanced excel skills.
• Good knowledge of cloud based accounting apps.

Employee Benefits

• £35,000 to £42,000 pa
• Full time permanent role.
• Generous annual leave.
• Flexible and Hybrid working.
• Access to on-site gym.
• A supportive working environment.
• Unrestricted development opportunities.
• Modern office with breakout areas.
• Paid professional body membership/CPD.

Their team is extremely hardworking, yet the atmosphere remains very informal. They are highly selective about the work they take on, and this is reflected in the quality of experience their staff gain.

To apply for this job candidates must already be living in the UK and have the right to work there.