Senior Client Accountant

Michael Page; Ashby-de-la-Zouch; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local accountancy practice in Ashby-de-la-Zouch is seeking a qualified accountant to manage client relationships and provide comprehensive accountancy services. The successful candidate will work in a highly client-facing role, handling tax compliance and delivering financial analysis. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible and hybrid working options, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Competitive salary

Free parking

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience in practice.
• Good organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong client relationships for accountancy and tax queries.
• Process quarterly VAT returns, management accounts, year-end accounts.
• Assist with tax return compliance for individuals and companies.

Skills

Client relationship management

Bookkeeping

Tax compliance

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Education

ACCA or ACA qualified

Tools

Xero

Job description

A great opportunity for a qualified accountant to join a tight knit team in a local firm while continuing to serve a diverse portfolio in a highly client facing role.

Client Details

This accountancy practice based in Ashby-de-la-Zouch is well established in the region, growing and undergoing positive development and planning for the long term future development and sustainability of the firm. They have a wide ranging client base across varied industries, sectors and turnovers, with an excellent reputation for the friendly service they provide their clients.

Description

• Developing strong relationships with, and providing a primary point of contact for clients on a daily basis for accountancy and tax queries.
• A sound knowledge of book keeping/double entry systems and journal entry.
• Processing of quarterly VAT returns, management accounts, year-end accounts and account reconciliations.
• Assisting with the tax return compliance process - preparing, submitting and reviewing individual and company tax returns for final preparation and submission of accounts.
• Dealing with Inland Revenue and Company House queries.
• Providing analysis and forecast financial reporting; such as advising of potential issues, trends and improvements.

Profile

• ACCA or ACA qualified
• At least 5 years experience in practice
• Confident using Xero
• Good organisational and communication skills

Job Offer

• Flexible working and hybrid working
• Competitive salary for the region
• Free parking