Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented qualified Accountant to join our team based in our office in Tewkesbury.

About you:

This role would suit a qualified ACCA or ACA, who is looking for their next step.

Reporting directly to the Directors, you would have a range of responsibilities including statutory accounts, tax returns, management accounts, VAT submissions and payroll for our external client base. The areas which you will take the lead in is customisable based on your individual strengths and qualification type.

Part of the organisation specialises in supporting the financial needs for firms of solicitors. Exposure to this environment would be preferred but it is not essential and should not be a reason not to apply if you have not yet had experience within the legal sector.

Key Responsibilities:

Statutory Accounts*: prepare annual statutory accounts for sole traders, charities and limited companies, including consolidated accounts where applicable.
Management Accounts*: preparation and review of monthly/quarterly accounts including cashflow forecasting.
Tax Returns*: prepare and submit personal, partnership and corporation tax returns.
Tax Compliance: ensure accurate tax treatment of capitalized items, prepare tax computations, and submit filings to HMRC and Companies House (including share issues and director appointments). Companies House Secretarial*: complete and file confirmation statements, maintain company records, and report changes to Companies House and HMRC.
Client & Internal Communication*: liaise with HMRC and Companies House on behalf of clients, and collaborate with internal teams regarding year-end adjustments and tax matters.
Client Support:provide timely, proactive financial and tax advice to both clients and internal teams. Timely Reminders*: send reminders to clients to ensure on-time payment of Corporation Tax and Self-Assessment liabilities.

Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications*: ACCA or ACA qualified
Experience*: you should have a minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role. You will be able to evidence solid experience in: statutory accounts preparation and tax compliance; or management accounts preparation. An understanding of payroll is also desired.
Technical Skills*: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel). Knowledge of Xero and Sage is essential. Knowledge of Solicitor accounts packages such as ALB, ActionStep, Leap is desirable but not essential.

Salary is dependent on experience.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career apply today by submitting your CV. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health & wellbeing programme
Ability to commute/relocate:

Tewkesbury GL20 5NX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

accounting: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person