Accounts Senior
United Kingdom
ProTalent are currently working with a successful and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Basingstoke to recruit a new Accounts Senior
The firm:
Fast-growing and dynamic accountancy firm in Basingstoke
Varied, challenging and hugely rewarding Accounts Senior role
Expert team who work hard to provide exceptional standards
Strong focus on innovation and technology, and ambitious growth plans
The Accounts Senior role:
Reporting to the Owner, your core responsibilities as an Accounts Senior will include:
Prepare client accounts, tax, PAYE or VAT based work and identify points for partner to raise with clients and to raise potential for additional services
Finalise paperwork for dispatch to client and HMRC, meeting deadlines and to a high quality
Interpretation of tax returns and financial accounts to facilitate effective tax planning
Proactively liaise with clients to obtain relevant information, ensuring attention to detail
Monitor own job quality and quantity in line with agreed budgets, meeting these targets and exceeding where possible
Record own chargeable time and ensure maximum recovery
Support trainees by providing on the job coaching
Involvement with audit work as and when required
Bookkeeping, ledger maintenance, supplier maintenance and management accounts, as and when required
Prepare client tax returns and advise on tax payable and payment dates
Assisting clients with accounts software and other bookkeeping queries as required
Completion of overtime as and when required and attend appropriate courses
Involvement in client seminars including attendance and set up were required
Involvement in networking and business generation under the guidance of more senior team members
The successful Accounts Senior candidate:
ACCA/ACA Qualified
You will have at least 5 years’ UK practice experience
Previous experience operating at Accounts Senior level
Create a positive impression with clients and staff
Excellent client relationship skills
Aptitude to assist with business development activities
Highly commercial approach
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A proactive approach, prepared to go the extra mile
Strong IT skills
Enjoy developing more junior staff
Thank you for your interest.