Accountant, Tax Accountant, Accounting Manager

My client is looking for an experienced Accountant to join their growing and dynamic accountancy practice. You'll manage a varied portfolio of small business clients, providing high-quality accounting, tax, and advisory services while building strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit annual accounts and tax returns for Sole Traders, Partnerships, and Limited Companies.

• Manage a portfolio of clients, providing proactive accounting and tax advice.

• Review clients' tax positions and identify opportunities to improve tax efficiency.

• Prepare and review bookkeeping, VAT returns, and CIS returns where required.

• Conduct year-end meetings with clients to present financial results and provide business advice.

• Deliver advisory services including cash flow forecasting, budgeting, pricing, and business performance support.

• Onboard new clients, ensuring a smooth transition into the practice.

• Liaise with HMRC and Companies House to resolve client queries and maintain statutory compliance.

• Carry out client fee reviews.

• Support the Client Manager and Senior Accountant within the team.

• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members.

• Maintain accurate electronic client records and documentation.

• Deliver bookkeeping training and other external client training where appropriate.

• Maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and keep up to date with changes in accounting and tax legislation.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Full membership of a recognised professional accounting body (AAT, ATT, ACCA or equivalent).

• Minimum of 2 years' experience within an accountancy practice.

• Experience preparing accounts and tax returns for Sole Traders, Partnerships, and Limited Companies through to review stage.

• Strong knowledge of UK tax and accounting principles.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note:

Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful