Senior Accountant

Position
:
Senior Accountant

Location
:
Sittingbourne

Package
: 30,000 - 40,000 (DOE), 4 weeks paid holiday (including bank holidays)

Working hours
:
Full time - Mon-Fri - 9:00 - 17:30

An exciting position has arisen with a great, local Accountancy Practice, with a fantastic local reputation, and a lot of growth plans. They are recruiting for a trusted, and ambitious Semi Senior Accountant, to join their team on a full time, permanent basis.

This position is well suited to someone with a minimum of 3 years UK practice experience who is comfortable in processing company accounts, working within tax and VAT, and bookkeeping. If you are someone with a strong base of experience, looking to broaden their skills, and grow within a reputable environment, then this is the role for you

Preparation of Company Accounts

• Assist in the preparation of year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
• Liaise with clients to gather necessary financial data
• Ensure accounts are completed in line with relevant accounting standards

Corporate Tax Returns

• Prepare corporation tax computations and returns (CT600)
• Identify tax planning opportunities and ensure compliance with HMRC regulations

VAT Returns

• Prepare and submit accurate VAT returns for a portfolio of clients
• Ensure compliance with MTD (Making Tax Digital) regulations

Bookkeeping

• Perform regular bookkeeping duties using software such as Xero, Quick Books, or Sage
• Reconcile bank accounts, post journals, and maintain clean ledgers

Client Communication & Support

• Build strong client relationships and respond to day-to-day queries
• Provide support and advice on financial processes and accounting software

• Role is suitable to someone AAT L3 or L4 qualified, or part ACA or ACCA qualified, or QBE
• Minimum of 2/3 years accountancy practice experience
• Must be comfortable in processing company accounts
• Experience in Sage, Xero, Quickbooks is advantageous
• Must be hard working, personable, dedicated, well presented, and punctual
• Able to commute to Sittingbourne, and comfortable with office based working
• Unfortunately this firm cannot offer visa sponsorship

• 30,000 - 40,000 dependant on experience and skills
• 4 weeks paid holiday (including bank holidays)
• Onsite parking
• Statutory pension and sick pay
• CPD opportunities, regular training, and progression/development opportunities
• Excellent office culture and team dynamic
• Team social events