We are looking to recruit a full time experienced general practice accountant to join our well-established and growing firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors. Our main office is located in South Woodham Ferrers. Your role would be to deliver a range of accounting and tax services and support to our business clients.

Role &

Responsibilities:

• To look after own portfolio of business clients
• Taking on and managing new clients
• Assisting and training other members of staff
• Reviewing and completing work such as bookkeeping, VAT and accounts
• Meet statutory deadlines for VAT, Payroll, Statutory Accounts, Company and Self-Assessment Tax Returns
• Supporting clients with running their businesses including regularly reporting to clients on how their business is performing
• Liaising with HMRC on behalf of client
• To look for opportunities to improve internal processes and technology.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience within an accountancy practice
• Proficient user of Xero (or similar)
• Previously been responsible for managing a portfolio of clients
• Completion of Self-Assessment Tax returns
• Completion of year end accounts and CT600

Key Skills

• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritise
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Commitment to providing top quality client service
• Have a positive can-do attitude
• A team player but able to work independently and self-motivate
• Ability to follow a system but make suggestions for improvements
• Highly motivated and pro-active
• Comfortable to research solutions but balanced by knowing when to consult with others
• Attention to detail with a methodical approach
• Must be able to display initiative and act decisively when necessary
• Commercial mindset
• Excellent IT skill
• Able to review new technology and optimise for clients' benefit

On Offer for the right candidate;

• A competitive salary, please include salary expectations as part of your application.
• Currently working remotely 9 - 5.30. Although for the right person, flexible working in the future with some working at head office as required.
• Fantastic, friendly team to work with.

Please include a covering letter and CV

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