Client Accountant - Abacus Consulting : Job Details

Part or full time Accountant, small professional Practice Firm, accountancy services, tax & payroll, Biggleswade, up to £50,000

Our client is a growing owner managed accountancy practice mainly servicing the entertainment and media industry, but they also have clients in other sectors. They have thrived over the last few years, are now looking to expand the team further to support and help them continue to grow.

The Role:

The role is varied and interesting with lots of autonomy and the opportunity to make a difference. The role covers all areas of accountancy including, VAT, PAYE, bookkeeping, management accounts and accounts production. You will be reporting to the very friendly owner and dealing with clients as necessary. A variety of software is used so adaptability is important.

Software used:

• Mainly QuickBooks Online but clients also use Xero and FreeAgent
• Dext (formerly Receipt Bank).
• IRIS for year-end accounts production and tax.
• Payroll Manager.
• Microsoft office.

The Candidate:

The ideal candidate will be able to work independently without the need for supervision. Training of junior employees would also be a requirement.

The main requirement is excellent basic accounting skills, a logical approach and high levels of accuracy. You will have experience of:

• Producing Management accounts, including cash flows and budgets.
• Drafting year-end accounts.
• VAT returns.
• Bookkeeping.
• Payroll (not essential).
• Self-assessment tax returns (not essential).
• A bookkeeping or accounting qualification is preferable, but qualified by experience will also be considered.
• Accountancy practice experience would be a benefit but not essential.

If this opportunity sounds of interest, please get in touch as soon as possible with an up to date CV.