Senior Accountant

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Newington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable local accountancy practice is seeking a Senior Accountant in Sittingbourne. The role involves preparing company accounts, handling corporate tax and VAT returns, and supporting clients through bookkeeping. Ideal candidates should have 2-3 years of UK practice experience and familiarity with accounting software like Sage, Xero, or QuickBooks. This position offers a salary between £30,000 and £40,000, with generous benefits including paid holidays and CPD opportunities.

Benefits

4 weeks paid holiday

Onsite parking

Statutory pension and sick pay

CPD opportunities and regular training

Excellent office culture and team dynamic

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2/3 years of accountancy practice experience required.
• Comfortable processing company accounts and bookkeeping tasks.
• Must have strong client communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assist in the preparation of year-end accounts.
• Prepare corporate tax computations and VAT returns.
• Perform bookkeeping duties and maintain clean ledgers.

Skills

Processing company accounts

Client communication

Bookkeeping using software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)

Education

AAT Level 3 or 4, part ACA or ACCA qualified, or QBE

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Position: Senior Accountant

Location: Sittingbourne

Package: 30,000 - 40,000 (DOE), 4 weeks paid holiday (including bank holidays)

Working hours: Full time - Mon-Fri - 9:00 - 17:30

An exciting position has arisen with a great, local Accountancy Practice, with a fantastic local reputation, and a lot of growth plans. They are recruiting for a trusted, and ambitious Semi Senior Accountant, to join their team on a full time, permanent basis.

This position is well suited to someone with a minimum of 3 years UK practice experience who is comfortable in processing company accounts, working within tax and VAT, and bookkeeping. If you are someone with a strong base of experience, looking to broaden their skills, and grow within a reputable environment, then this is the role for you

Semi Senior Accountant Job Overview

Preparation of Company Accounts

• Assist in the preparation of year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
• Liaise with clients to gather necessary financial data
• Ensure accounts are completed in line with relevant accounting standards

Corporate Tax Returns

• Prepare corporation tax computations and returns (CT600)
• Identify tax planning opportunities and ensure compliance with HMRC regulations

VAT Returns

• Prepare and submit accurate VAT returns for a portfolio of clients
• Ensure compliance with MTD (Making Tax Digital) regulations

Bookkeeping

• Perform regular bookkeeping duties using software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage
• Reconcile bank accounts, post journals, and maintain clean ledgers

Client Communication & Support

• Build strong client relationships and respond to day-to-day queries
• Provide support and advice on financial processes and accounting software

Semi Senior Accountant Job Requirements

• Role is suitable to someone AAT L3 or L4 qualified, or part ACA or ACCA qualified, or QBE
• Minimum of 2/3 years accountancy practice experience
• Must be comfortable in processing company accounts
• Experience in Sage, Xero, Quickbooks is advantageous
• Must be hard working, personable, dedicated, well presented, and punctual
• Able to commute to Sittingbourne, and comfortable with office based working
• Unfortunately this firm cannot offer visa sponsorship

Semi Senior Accountant Salary & Benefits

• 30,000 - 40,000 dependant on experience and skills
• 4 weeks paid holiday (including bank holidays)
• Onsite parking
• Statutory pension and sick pay
• CPD opportunities, regular training, and progression/development opportunities
• Excellent office culture and team dynamic
• Team social events