Practice Accountant
Location: Ferndown
Salary: Up to £35,000 per year, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
The Company
We are working with a growing and well-established accountancy practice in Ferndown, who are looking to recruit a Practice Accountant to join their busy team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice accountant looking to develop their career within a supportive and forward-thinking firm.
The Role
The successful candidate will ideally be ACA, ACCA or AAT Level 4 qualified, either part or fully qualified, with previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
You will manage a varied portfolio of clients and be responsible for delivering a high-quality accounts and tax service, while building strong relationships with clients.
Key Responsibilities
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Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
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Preparing statutory accounts.
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Preparing corporation tax returns.
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Reviewing client financial records for accuracy, completeness and compliance.
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Managing day-to-day client queries and requests.
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Communicating professionally with clients by telephone, email and Microsoft Teams.
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Managing internal and external email queries.
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Maintaining accurate internal records and processes.
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Following up with clients to obtain information and documentation.
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Working towards defined performance targets and KPIs.
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Providing a high level of customer service at all times.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
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ACA, ACCA or AAT Level 4 qualification/studies.
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Previous accountancy practice experience.
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At least two year's experience within an accountancy practice
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Experience preparing accounts and tax work.
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Knowledge of VAT returns and corporation tax.
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Experience using accounting software.
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Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook.
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Strong communication and customer service skills.
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Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
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A willingness to learn and develop.
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The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
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Good organisation skills and the ability to manage deadlines.
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A strong team-focused approach.
Salary & Benefits
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Salary up to £30,000, depending on experience.
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25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.
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Option to buy and sell holiday.
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Study support.
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Company pension scheme.
Working hours: 9.00am–5.15pm, Monday to Friday.
This is a great opportunity for an ACA, ACCA or AAT Level 4 practice accountant looking for their next step within a growing accountancy firm.
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