Accountant

• Job Title: Accountant
• Location: Wirral
• Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Performance-related bonus
• Future share ownership potential

Urban Empire Recruitment has partnered with a forward-thinking accountancy practice located in the heart of the Wirral, committed to providing exceptional financial services to a diverse range of businesses across Northwest England. Our firm values innovation, professional development, and building long-term relationships with clients and staff.

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Qualified Accountant to join our growing team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality financial services, supporting client needs, and contributing to the firm's continued success.

My client is committed to nurturing talent and offering a clear pathway for career progression. Top performers have the exciting prospect of future share ownership, allowing you to grow not just as a professional but as a potential future business partner.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive accounting and tax services to a diverse portfolio of clients
• Prepare and review complex financial statements, tax returns, and management reports
• Conduct thorough financial analyses and provide strategic business advice
• Manage client relationships and act as a primary point of contact for assigned accounts
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through exceptional communication
• Oversee junior staff and provide professional guidance and mentoring
• Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and tax regulations
• Contribute to business development and new client acquisition
• Participate in marketing and networking activities to grow the practice

Required Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA)
• Minimum of 3-6 years post-qualification experience in practice
• Strong understanding of UK tax legislation and accounting standards
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities

Desired Skills

• Experience with SME and owner-managed businesses
• Proven track record of client relationship management
• Strong commercial awareness
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills

When you apply for this role a consultant from Urban Empire Recruitment will give you a call if you’re successful.

Please note due to the large volume of applications we receive for these roles, if we have not contacted you within 7 days then unfortunately your application hasn't been successful. however, we may contact you regarding other roles. We're sorry we can't contact you directly, but we wish you all the best in your job search