Associate, Practice Accountancy - Central London

Ref: 1368 Date Posted: Monday 18 Nov 2024

A very impressive accountancy firm with high profile and exciting clients are looking to grow their team.

Key Responsibilities:

 

  • Review/prepare book-keeping as required.
  • Preparation of VAT returns.
  • Preparation of management figures.
  • Simple VAT return reviews.
  • Preparation of financial statements and sole trader accounts.
  • Preparation of consolidated accounts for small & medium groups.
  • Preparation of corporation tax returns.
  • Supporting the management of a portfolio of clients.
  • Working with the client managers directly to understand the client’s requirements and identifying areas where more detailed advice may be required.
  • Contacting suppliers to verify bank details and processing payments, initially onto internal system and eventually onto client’s online banking platform.

 

Attributes, Requirements, Skills:

  • 18 months - 2 years practical experience.
  • Anticipating to or already are working towards ACCA qualification.
  • Sales invoicing and credit control experience.
  • Payment processing experience.
  • Cashflow forecasting, tax management and budgetary control experience.
  • VAT return experience.
  • Committed to maintaining technical knowledge to a high level.
  • Competent using MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  • Competent using Xero.
  • Experience of Iris, Alpha, QuickBooks, and Sage 50 would be preferable.
  • Have a good awareness of technology in general.
  • Self-motivated and able to apply relevant skills to new scenarios.
  • Good people and communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure with accuracy and focus.
  • Demonstrates excellent analytical and research skills.

 

Package:

 

  • Smart Casual dress code.
  • Supported study towards appropriate accountancy qualification.
  • Opportunities for progression.
  • Ongoing training and development.
  • Competitive salary.
  • 21 days holiday + public holidays.
  • Additional holiday day per year of service.
  • Pension contributions in excess of statutory minimum.
  • Health plan benefits.
  • Flexible working options.

This is a great opportunity to join a very spangly firm in Central London and really progress your career forwards.