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This isn't your normal client accountant role, this is the opportunity to be the second hire for a fast-growing practice (part of a big, established professional services group).
Our client is an Accountancy firm based in Warrington, who are experiencing exciting growth. One of their core beliefs is that their clients get the very best service, advice, and support, so unlike many of their competitors, when it comes to providing that support, the best advice that can ever be provided is by their subject matter experts rather than a generic customer service team. If you want advice about your tax or limited company filing obligations, you want that to come from a specialist accountant. That is the commitment they make to their clients.
Whilst this is a technical accountants position, supporting people should be something that comes naturally to you.
Role Responsibilities:
As the lead accountant, this is an exciting opportunity to progress your career. As our client continues to grow so will the role and responsibilities. You will need to be knowledgeable and up to date with tax rules & laws. Your primary responsibility will be client facing accounting works for a portfolio of clients who require Bookkeeping, Accounts, VAT, Payroll, Company & Personal Tax Returns and regular interaction, mainly by phone and email, but in person occasionally.
The key responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):
- Taking over an existing client book and managing new client onboarding
- Assisting clients with Tax and Accounts planning
- Completion of bookkeeping and reviews of clients online files to ensure that information is being recorded and allocated correctly
- Preparation and explanation of year-end accounts, CT600, and Corporation Tax computations for submission
- Submitting and meeting statutory deadlines for VAT
- Producing monthly dividend calculations and running payroll giving best tax advice
- Assisting with closure of companies and giving advice around liquidation and strike-off
- Completion of Self-Assessment Tax Returns
- Using FreeAgent & Xero
- Liaising regularly with clients over phone and email
- Maintaining client relationships for retention and referrals
- Anti-Money Laundering Compliance
- Supporting the Practice Manager with day to day operations
Requirements:
- ACA / ACCA / AAT Qualified Accountant / QBE
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite
- Advanced Excel
- Fully up to date with applicable laws, legislation & regulations
- Complaint handling and resolution
- Adherence to our clients core values Service Experience & Compliance
Sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
