Our client is a well-known, professional firm of Chartered Accountants with offices across the region. Covering audit, tax and advisory services alongside probate and wealth management, the company cater for a wide range of clients from sole traders to large, corporates.
We are recruiting a Management Accountant / Accounts Senior to head up the small team who manage the large, corporate accounts.
This role requires an experienced accountant, from a practice background who will thrive in a high-profile role. You’ll work collaboratively with your clients to solve any issues and advise them on the right course of action.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Delivery of accounting services to a small portfolio of key clients
- Day to day management of a team including an accounts assistant, bookkeeper, apprentice and administrator
- Acting as the main point of contact for your clients, delivering accurate information and commentary, ensuring smooth communication
- Training and development of more junior members of the team; conducting appraisals and one-to-ones
- Keeping up to date on work efficiencies, technology, accounting standards, tax regulations, code of ethics, industry trends and taking part in professional development training
- Evaluating existing processes, identifying problems and implementing solutions; encouraging feedback from the team and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
Skills and Experience Required
- Newly qualified or part-qualified ACA or ACCA
- Experience in dealing with taxes – personal, corporate, capital and VAT
- Solid team player with leadership qualities and drive
- Practice experience is essential along with the ability to manage and juggle numerous clients and sets of accounts
Salary and Benefits
Salary to be discussed at interview but is expected to be around the £40,000 - £47,000 per annum level. Applications will be considered from those candidates requesting a higher salary providing their experience matches this.
- 25 days holidays plus bank holidays
- Free parking
- An excellent opportunity for personal and professional development within an expanding firm
- The possibility of flexible working or part time hours – this can be discussed on application