We're seeking a motivated individual to become part of our Accounting Services team.
This opportunity is ideal for someone with practice experience, a professional transitioning from industry, or someone early in their accountancy career seeking a new challenge.
Our team delivers a variety of outsourced services to clients, including bookkeeping, VAT returns, and management accounts.
You'll also support our main accounts department with accounts preparation.
This is a full-time, office-based role (38.75 hours per week), with flexible start and finish times.
The role involves working within a growing team and offers the opportunity to shape the cloud accounting services offered by the firm, including Xero, QBO, and Sage Accounting.
Duties Will Include
Management Accounts Services
Bookkeeping client records as part of management accounts services
Preparation of VAT returns
Preparation of periodic management accounts for clients
Desktop review of client records, advising clients of corrections needed or updating client records as required
Assisting clients with general accounting and cloud software queries both remotely and at client premises
Answering queries and providing assistance and reassurance to clients; we see ourselves as an extension of our client's financial accounting solution.
A 'here to help' attitude is essential
Cloud Accounting Services (Xero)
Advising on improving efficiencies and best use of cloud and connected technologies
Preparation of system reviews and quotations for consultancy services
On-boarding clients and data migration from existing accounting systems to Xero/QBO/Sage
Setting up and configuring software
Training clients on cloud software
Suggesting improvements to financial systems
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
A friendly, helpful, team-oriented disposition
A positive attitude, problem-solving skills, patience, and understanding of different learning styles
The ability to work independently, with clients, and in a team—clear communication skills are essential
Adaptability and responsiveness to changing deadlines and priorities
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Organizational skills
Occasional travel to other offices may be required
Ability to drive and access to a vehicle
Experience Required
Extensive experience using Xero for at least 2 years
Experience working in an accountancy practice (not essential)
Sound understanding of accounts preparation
Experience providing training on a one-to-one or group basis
AAT qualifications; study support available
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package and a supportive work environment:
Salary: Competitive, based on qualifications and experience
Holiday allowance of 28 days, increasing after 2 and 4 years
Company pension scheme with employer contributions and death in service cover
Continuous training and professional development opportunities
Flexible start and finish times
Employee Assistance Programme including legal, financial support, and health line
Discounts from many retailers, gyms, and services
Friendly, collaborative team culture where your ideas are valued
We look forward to hearing from you.
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