Job Description

Who We Are

A G Smith & Co are a long-established independent firm of Chartered Certified Accountants based in Laceby, looking after businesses all over the Lincolnshire and Humber area.

Using the very latest software, technology and innovation, we are a proactive accountancy business that offers its employees career development in a relaxed and modern working-environment.

What's the Job?

Our client accountant role differs from that of a traditional accounts manager. The role involves the preparation of statutory accounts & tax returns, but with a pro-active approach...

More time will be spent dealing with clients throughout their financial year, delivering business advisory and development services alongside the above.

Responsibilities

Manage a client portfolio including limited companies, sole traders, partnerships and individuals. Oversee and manage all aspects of clients' service delivery including preparation of year-end accounts, management accounts, bookkeeping, VAT etc. and value-added service assignments. Building and maintaining strong relationships with new and existing clients, acting as a main point of contact within the firm, keeping them informed of progress in relation to all aspects of service delivery and maintaining regular contact with them. Working with, communicating with and reviewing work completed by your Pod and resolving all issues, to provide a high-quality client service. Develop, train and motivate your Pod members and promote their development. Be knowledgeable of firm's services and ability to cross-sell those services to your client base, based on a client's needs.

Skills, Quals. & Experience

Minimum AAT qualified. Wide range of general practice experience for owner managed businesses, including taxation. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Ability to build relationships with clients and stakeholders throughout the business, working as a team. Excellent time management and organisational skills, deal with changing priorities and deadlines. Experience of using cloud-based accounting software packages, such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, etc. Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel. Hold a full driving licence.

What's on Offer?

The Pay Package:

Basic Salary 26,810- 35,210, dependent on years' experience and qualification. Employer Pension: 5% of salary above 6,240 (employee matched, salary sacrifice). Overtime: Paid at "total salary" rate. Treated as pensionable earnings.
Working Arrangements:

The role is full-time, 37.50 hours full working week (09:00 to 17:00 Mon to Fri, with 30 minutes break). Flexible working outside of core hours / working from home available on request.
Holidays:

28 days annual leave + bank holidays.
Learning & Development:

All qualifications & subscriptions paid for. 40 hours minimum CPD each year, during work hours. Weekly Pod Meetings. Quarterly 1-2-1s for Personal Development.
The Office:

A brand-new, custom designed office in Laceby. Fully decked kitchens & Refresh Room (inc. pool table).
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,810.00-35,210.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Employee mentoring programme Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

accounting: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred) AAT Certification (required)
Work Location: In person