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Edwards & Pearce
Posted 13 days ago, valid for 3 days
Goole, East Riding of Yorkshire DN14, England
£36,000 - £43,200 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Our client is seeking an Accounts Manager to join their team in Goole, focusing on delivering high-quality accounts and tax compliance services to a diverse portfolio of clients, including those in the farming industry.
- The ideal candidate will have at least two years of manager-level experience in an accounting practice, holding an ACA/ACCA qualification or equivalent experience.
- Responsibilities include supervising trainees, managing client billing, and identifying tax-saving opportunities, while maintaining a proactive service approach.
- The position offers a salary of £40,000 to £50,000, depending on experience, with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to multitask effectively.
THE ROLE:
This is a manager role in the accounts department based in Goole, managing a portfolio of clients and working closely with team members to manage the department generally. The work primarily involves the delivery of a wide range of timely, high-quality accounts and tax compliance assignments for clients (including a significant number within the farming industry).
The role also requires supervision and mentoring of trainees. Whilst the focus is on compliance, there are also many opportunities to significantly expand the
range and breadth of experience through direct engagement with clients, attending and leading meetings, ad-hoc projects and working as part of a team to deliver a proactive service. No two days are the same.
THE CANDIDATE:
ACA/ACCA qualification or qualified by experience with at least two years at manager level gained in an accounting practice
Experience of preparation/review of sole trader, partnership and limited company accounts, tax computations and personal and partnership tax returns. A good working knowledge of preparing farming accounts is desirable
Ability to manage portfolio work in progress levels and undertake client billing
A good working knowledge of income, corporation and capital gains taxes plus an understanding of VAT and PAYE
Ability to identify, discuss and implement tax saving opportunities for clients (support available from senior managers and partners)
Ability to multitask, manage deadlines and prioritise work effectively
Good attention to detail
Experience of supervising and reviewing the work of trainees
Excellent 'soft' skills including written, spoken communications, problem solving and people/client relationship management
Excellent IT skills - Word, Excel, Sage, QuickBooks, Xero plus internal time recording and billing software
Ability to work with people at all levels
Ability and willingness to work flexibly at busy times and when required for workflow and trainee support
Current driving licence
THE CONSULTANCY:
Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
