Accountant Employer Location Portsmouth, England, Hampshire Salary - per annum + From £36,000 DOE Closing date 18 Nov 2024 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band , Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.
Job Details Your new company I am working with a well established and commercially driven accountancy practice based in the Portsmouth area.
They have excellent career progression and opportunities due to their growth plans, which is one of the reasons they're looking for an accountant to join their team.
They are different to others when it comes to work-life balance and hybrid working, appreciating that family comes first, with a hybrid policy of 3 days in the office, 2 at home.
Your new role This will be a varied role looking at the accounts and tax returns for your portfolio of clients, this will include Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies across a variety of sectors.
For this reason, they are looking for someone who has managed their own portfolio in the past.
You might be qualified via AAT/ACCA or qualified by experience.
The key responsibilities of the role will also include but are not limited to:Communicating with clients via phone, email, social media and in person, including chasing recordsSupport Client Managers / onboard new clients and integrate them into theirs / your portfolio - this will include bookkeeping, compliance etc to then be handed over to the relevant department.Complete, review and prepare bookkeeping, VAT returns and CIS.Maintain electronic filing of books and records both internally and management of client administration and records.Act as liaison between clients and HM Revenue & Customs to deal with and resolve queries.Participate in activities necessary to support the smooth running of the office environment.Manage and maintain your professional development and learning including any relevant CPD required by your professional body.What you'll need to succeed Experience working in a fast-paced accountancy practice with responsibility for a varied caseload of clients, supported by a membership to a professional body.Must be able to prepare accounts & tax returns for clients, including Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies.Experience utilising Xero, QuickBooks, DEXT and Free Agent is an advantage but not essential.
Able to navigate Microsoft packages, specifically Word and Excel.Ability to confidently and effectively manage client relationships and their expectations.
What you'll get in return Competitive salary from £36,000 depending on experience Flexible and Hybrid WorkingOnsite parkingExcellent career progressionPrivate GP and medical service, pension, life assurance, 20 days hol + bank hols