Senior Accountant

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd.; Dunstable; Presencial; GBP 38.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Auto-enrolment to pension

28 days holiday

Flexible hours

Descripción de la vacante

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD in Dunstable is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage client portfolios and support the practice with year-end accounts, tax returns and accounting tasks. You will liaise with HMRC and Companies House and guide junior staff while driving efficiency and accuracy.

The role requires at least 5 years in accountancy practice, strong communication and organisation skills, and familiarity with various accounting software.

Formación

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications are beneficial; part-qualified or QBE candidates can be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Accountancy Practice.
• Must be able to commute to Dunstable.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Prior experience across different accounting software.

Responsabilidades

• Manage a portfolio of clients, acting as their main point of contact and building strong working relationships.
• Prepare year-end accounts and statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Prepare and review personal, partnership and corporation tax returns.
• Complete VAT returns, bookkeeping and bank reconciliations where required.
• Handle accounts production from initial bookkeeping through to finalisation and submission.
• Provide clients with general accounting, tax and business advice.
• Liaise directly with HMRC and Companies House where required.
• Review work completed by junior members of the team and provide guidance and support.
• Identify tax planning opportunities and areas where clients could improve their financial position.
• Assist with management accounts, cash-flow forecasts and other ad-hoc financial reporting.
• Ensure all client work is completed accurately and within relevant deadlines.
• Assist with the onboarding of new clients and maintain accurate client records.
• Support the wider practice with ad-hoc projects and assignments as required.

Conocimientos

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Educación

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications beneficial

Part qualified or QBE considered

Herramientas

Accounting software

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Location: Dunstable

Package: £35,000-£40,000, Flexible Hours, Auto Enrolment to pension, 28 days holiday

Working Hours: Full time or Part Time. Open Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm

A new opportunity has arisen within a small but growing Accountancy Practice in Dunstable. This innovative practice are seeking a Senior Accountant, to work under the directors, ensuring efficient portfolio management, and to help push the practice forward

In this role, you should be an all-rounder handling accounts prep, tax returns, reviewing accounts, and more. The practice hold a fast-paced and energetic environment, that would suit an ambitious accountant seeking a new challenge

Senior Accountant Job Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients, acting as their main point of contact and building strong working relationships.
• Prepare year-end accounts and statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Prepare and review personal, partnership and corporation tax returns.
• Complete VAT returns, bookkeeping and bank reconciliations where required.
• Handle accounts production from initial bookkeeping through to finalisation and submission.
• Provide clients with general accounting, tax and business advice.
• Liaise directly with HMRC and Companies House where required.
• Review work completed by junior members of the team and provide guidance and support.
• Identify tax planning opportunities and areas where clients could improve their financial position.
• Assist with management accounts, cash-flow forecasts and other ad-hoc financial reporting.
• Ensure all client work is completed accurately and within relevant deadlines.
• Assist with the onboarding of new clients and maintain accurate client records.
• Support the wider practice with ad-hoc projects and assignments as required.

Senior Accountant Job Requirements

• ACA or ACCA or CIMA qualifications are beneficial. Part qualified or QBE candidates can also be considered
• A minimum of 5 years experience in Accountancy Practice
• Must be able to comfortably commute to Dunstable
• Should have excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
• Prior experience across different accounting software

Senior Accountant Salary & Benefits

• Salary depending on experience, likely ranging from £38,000-£50,000
• Full time or part time position, hours can be flexible
• Excellent office environment and culture
• Progression opportunities available within a growing firm
• Auto-enrolment to pension scheme, and standard sick pay
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays