Senior Accounting and Audit Team Member
About the Opportunity
Our client is expanding and currently has an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join their Senior Accounting and Audit team. They are looking for a confident and skilled individual proficient in payroll, bookkeeping, annual accounts, tax, and audit. The successful candidate will have the chance to enhance their technical skills by working alongside other qualified accountants and through external training.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Relationship Development: Build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Team Management: Supervise and mentor a small team of junior staff.
- Client Portfolio Management: Oversee a diverse portfolio of clients across various industry sectors in a dynamic environment.
- Financial Statement Preparation: Prepare comprehensive Financial Statements for clients.
- Audit Management: Complete full audit working papers from planning to completion.
- Tax Preparation: Prepare tax returns, including Income Tax, VAT, Corporation Tax, and simple CGT.
- Client and Revenue Queries: Address and resolve client and Revenue queries efficiently.
- Firm Promotion: Contribute to promoting the firm and expanding the client base.
- Team Coaching: Provide guidance and coaching to students and other team members.
- Ad Hoc Responsibilities: Handle additional responsibilities as required.
The Person
- Qualifications: Must have an accounting degree and a professional qualification (ACCA, ACA, or equivalent).
- Communication Skills: Fluent in English with excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Client Interaction: Comfortable dealing directly with clients.
- Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team.
- Organisational Skills: Highly organised with the ability to manage and meet deadlines.
- Self-Motivation: Proactive and capable of recommending improvements in internal processes.
- Professional Development: Actively seeks opportunities for professional growth.
- Technical Proficiency: Excellent skills in using accounting and office software, such as RAP, Surf Accounts Production, QuickBooks Online, XERO, and payroll packages including Thesaurus, Brightpay, and ROS.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Package: Includes a competitive salary, pension scheme, and bonus opportunities.
- Professional Growth: Access to membership and CPD options.
- Work-Life Balance: Limited remote working options and flexible arrangements.
- Additional Perks: Company events and free parking.
What’s Next
Apply now to join our client's team and make a significant impact in a firm that values your expertise, career growth, and long-term success.
