Senior Accountant: Lead Audits, Tax & Forecasts

Protalent; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Accountant for a senior role in Preston. You will prepare accounts for various entities, manage audit assignments, and supervise junior team members. The ideal candidate should be ACA or ACCA qualified with at least 3 years of practice experience. This position offers a competitive salary and ongoing professional development within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of practice experience.
• Experience in audit assignments is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts for limited companies, LLP's and partnerships.
• Create management accounts, VAT returns, and financial forecasts.
• Handle all areas of taxation and prepare corporation tax computations.
• Lead and manage audit assignments from planning to completion.
• Supervise and provide feedback on work prepared by junior team members.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Technical knowledge

Ability to manage junior team members

Proficiency in accounts software such as IRIS, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Tools

IRIS

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Accountant for a senior role in Preston. You will prepare accounts for various entities, manage audit assignments, and supervise junior team members. The ideal candidate should be ACA or ACCA qualified with at least 3 years of practice experience. This position offers a competitive salary and ongoing professional development within a dynamic team.