Job Description

The practice is a small firm with a friendly team and relaxed atmosphere. It works with a multitude of businesses but is geared predominantly toward owner managed and family business structures.

Duties will include:

· Assistance with preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies

· Preparation and submission of client VAT returns

· Assistance with running payroll bureau for approx. 50 clients

· Collecting and collating data for client tax returns

· Assisting clients with bookkeeping as required

· Ad-hoc duties as required

Benefits include a competitive salary commensurate with experience, 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) rising to 33 days after 2 years’ employment. Free onsite parking at the office is provided.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Clients are required to wear masks whilst in the office, client visits are minimized where possible and by prior appointment only.

Work remotely:

• No

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must haves: · Experience of working in a small accountancy practice · Good IT knowledge including Microsoft Excel and Word · A good solid understanding of double entry accounting principles · Knowledge of computerized bookkeeping systems such as Sage 50 Cloud, Sage Business Cloud, Xero etc., and ideally knowledge of Sage Accounts Production, although training will be given. · Strong interpersonal, communication and telephone skills. · Ability to work on own initiative and to effectively meet deadlines · Qualification to AAT level would be an advantage. Experience: Accounting: 2 years (Required).