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. Join us and play a key role in supporting local businesses.
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