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General Practice Accountant

Employer
The Recruitment Lounge Ltd
Location
Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom
Salary
Competitive Salary
Closing date
Apr 28, 2021

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Job Role
Accountant
Sector
Finance
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

The Company

A professional yet forward thinking and innovative independent accountancy practice. A company where innovation and service is at the very top of its game!

The Job

Our client is looking to recruit an EXPERIENCED GENERAL PRACTICE ACCOUNTANT to join their well-established and growing firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors. Your role would be to deliver a range of accounting and tax services and support to their business clients.

Duties

  • 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.

You'll need

  • At least 5 years' 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
  • Able to review new technology and optimise for clients' benefit

Essentials

  • 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

Perks

  • Competitive salary + other incentives + yearly wage reviews
  • Currently working remotely 9 - 5.30. Although for the right person, flexible working in the future with some working at head office as required
  • Great culture & team environment

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