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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dynamic and growing advisory and accountancy company. This role is ideal for an ambitious and versatile professional seeking their next challenge in a fast-paced environment.
Leading the Business Services and Outsourcing team, you will manage a portfolio of clients, delivering comprehensive financial solutions tailored to their needs. This includes accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, management accounting, statutory accounts and tax returns. The role is based in the office, working within a collaborative team while also handling independent responsibilities.
Company Benefits:
- Free parking
- Pension scheme
- Salary sacrifice scheme
- Study support towards ACCA/ACA
Key Responsibilities:
- Overseeing statutory accounts, corporation tax, personal tax returns, VAT returns, payroll, and bookkeeping services.
- Preparing and reviewing management reports to analyse trends, results, and forecasts.
- Supporting senior leadership in accounting operations, including billing, cost accounting, cash flow, and revenue recognition.
- Maintaining quality control and ensuring adherence to professional standards.
- Developing and documenting business processes and internal controls.
- Analysing financial reports for discrepancies and implementing preventive measures.
- Enhancing accounting functions and operational efficiency.
- Leading, motivating, and managing the outsourcing team.
- Providing accurate financial reporting to senior management to facilitate client presentations.
- Collaborating on the development of tailored systems to support client businesses.
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships, ensuring timely and professional communication within budget constraints.
- Identifying and implementing system improvements to enhance service delivery.
- Managing client portfolios, including billing, budgets, and work-in-progress monitoring.
- Delivering ad hoc advisory services as required.
Experience:
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Office applications.
- Highly IT literate with experience in multiple accounting software packages, demonstrating adaptability and accuracy.
- Advanced Excel skills, including proficiency in VLOOKUP, SUMIF, and SUMIFS.
- ACA or ACCA qualification (suitable for candidates in their first role post-qualification, depending on experience).
- Experience in a fast-paced practice environment.
- In-depth knowledge of VAT regulations and hands-on experience with VAT return preparation, review, and submission.
- Background in public practice, particularly within an outsourced finance function requiring regular client interaction.
- Proven ability to prepare and review statutory accounts under FRS 102 & FRS 105, along with personal, partnership, and corporate tax returns, including complex cases.
- Experience in managing a junior team and overseeing workflow to meet client expectations and deadlines.
Skills and Attributes:
- Ability to handle client enquiries effectively and escalate matters where necessary.
- Sound judgement and problem-solving capabilities, with a commercial mindset.
- Confidence in client interactions and the ability to communicate complex information clearly.
- Strong analytical, numerical, and organisational skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- A proactive, resourceful approach, demonstrating initiative and attention to detail.
- High levels of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
- The ability to build trust and rapport with clients and colleagues.
- Exceptional multitasking and time management skills.
- A self-motivated attitude with a focus on results and continuous improvement.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.
