Tax Accountant

Si Recruitment; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic and hard-working Senior Accountant to join their team. The role involves preparing financial accounts, managing tax matters, and liaising with clients to resolve tax issues. Ideal candidates should have strong IT skills, excellent communication abilities, and at least three years of experience in an accountancy practice.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience at a senior level in an accountancy practice.
• Extensive practical knowledge of all main taxes.
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of financial accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Dealing with all aspects of tax and VAT, adhering to deadlines.
• Finalising accounts and tax returns.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Communication skills

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

IT skills

Education

A Levels

5 GCSEs at grade C or above

Tools

Microsoft Office

QuickBooks

Xero

Sage

Job description

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We are looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working individual to join our team.

Main duties will include:-

• Preparation of financial accounts for sole traders; partnerships and limited companies

• Dealing will all aspects of tax and VAT and adhering to strict deadlines

• Preparing tax returns for individuals; partnerships and limited companies

• Finalising accounts and tax returns

• Liaising and meeting with clients to discuss results and tax issues

• Reviewing and finalising work produced by more junior members of the team

The candidate Must have:-

• Strong organisational and time management skills

• Good communication skills • Excellent literacy and numeracy skills

• Strong IT skills including Microsoft office; QuickBooks; Xero; Sage

• At least 3 years experience at a senior level in an accountancy practice

• Extensive practical knowledge of all main taxes

• Ability to work alone or as part of a team Qualifications Must be educated to at least A Level standard and have at least 5 GCSE’s at grade C or above (Maths and English must be at least grade B or above).