UK Practice Accountant (ACCA/ACA) - Hybrid Role

Curtis Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Curtis Recruitment is seeking an Accountant for a well-established independent accountancy firm in the UK. The role focuses on statutory accounts preparation for various entities, CT computations and VAT returns, with hybrid working after settling in.

The ideal candidate will have UK practice experience, be ACCA/ACA qualified or qualified by experience, and possess knowledge of UK GAAP and accounting software. Excellent client relationships and deadlines are essential.

Qualifications

• ACCA/ACA qualified, part qualified or qualified by experience
• Minimum 3 years' experience working in UK accounting practice
• Working knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS 102
• Proficient with MS Excel, Word and Outlook, with knowledge of accounting software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks or Iris
• Ability to develop and nurture client relationships
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to multi-task
• Good attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under own initiative and to tight deadlines

Responsibilities

• Preparation of year end statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders to a high standard
• Preparation of corporation tax computations and returns
• Daily bookkeeping and preparing and filing monthly and quarterly VAT returns under all types of VAT schemes
• Preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts
• Liaising with clients and HMRC on queries
• Deliver excellent client service
• Ad-hoc work to support the Directors in the smooth running of the practice

Skills

Excellent communication and problem

Excellent organisational skills

Ability to work under own initiative

Education

ACCA/ACA qualified, part qualified or qualified by experience

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Outlook

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

IRIS

Job description

Curtis Recruitment is seeking an Accountant for a well-established independent accountancy firm in the UK. The role focuses on statutory accounts preparation for various entities, CT computations and VAT returns, with hybrid working after settling in.

The ideal candidate will have UK practice experience, be ACCA/ACA qualified or qualified by experience, and possess knowledge of UK GAAP and accounting software. Excellent client relationships and deadlines are essential.