Senior Practice Accountant
Location: Islington N5
Salary: Negotiable
Added: 10/05/2024
ROLE We are looking for a Practice Accountant to join our expanding accountancy practice located in Islington, London, N5. We provide a friendly, flexible and proactive all year-round service to small businesses and individuals in the local area.
RESPONSIBILITIES The key duties of the post are as follows:
- Preparation and review of Accounts for Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies
- Preparation and review of Self-Assessment Tax Returns for Sole Traders, Rental Property Income, Individuals and Partnerships
- Preparation of Corporation Tax Computations for Limited Companies
- Preparation, review and submission of VAT Returns
- Provision of client-focused support including client meetings
- Communicate verbally and in writing between clients/enquirers/ co-workers and interpret and respond clearly and effectively to verbal or written requests/ instructions
- Manage, organise and update relevant data using database applications
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and clients
- Maintain regular consistent and professional attendance, punctuality, personal appearance and adherence to relevant health and safety procedures
- Adhere to procedures relating to the proper use and care of equipment and materials for which the role has responsibility
- Plus other duties consistent with the grade as directed.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- ACCA/ICAEW qualified or equivalent
- Or qualified by experience (Minimun 5 years practice experience).
- Recent and relevant experience in a practice environment
- Current working knowledge of UK tax laws and accounting standards applicable to small business
- Strong knowledge of computerised accounting systems
- Genuine desire to be a trusted advisor to small business clients
- Conscientious, committed and reliable
- Able to work to tight deadlines without compromising the quality of your work
WHAT YOU NEED
- Must have a “can do” attitude and be able to work independently with appropriate support.
- You should be proactive, motivated and willing to learn, with a problem-solving attitude.
- You will be confident in engaging with clients, to build a rapport and offer solutions and direction
BENEFITS
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- Flexibility
- Company pension scheme
- In-house training programme and ongoing CPD
- Employee assistance programme - Health Assured