Qualified Accountant - Adecco : Job Details

Job Title: Qualified Accountant

Department: SME

Location: Hybrid/office (3 days per week minimum)

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time

Our client, an established accounting agency, is currently seeking a Qualified Accountant to join their team. As a Qualified Accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining financial records for a portfolio of clients and overseeing the workload of the practise team.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Conduct client meetings, both virtual and face-to-face.
• Provide complex tax advice to clients.
• Prepare and complete annual accounts.
• Review and sign off work completed by other members of the accounting team.
• Deal with complaints and complex client issues.
• Handle HMRC audits and investigations.
• Monitor and analyse data related to KPIs.
• Attend management meetings when required.
• Foster collaboration within the team to achieve the organisation's goals.
• Act as an ambassador for the organisation and support its objectives and themes.
• Commit to continuous professional development and share knowledge with colleagues to help future-proof the organisation.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification.
• Experience with cloud accounting software (FreeAgent, QuickBooks, Xero).
• Proven background in accounting and managing client portfolios.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting and taxation principles.
• Advanced understanding of income tax, corporation tax, VAT, and PAYE.
• Problem-solving abilities and a commitment to delivering professional and accurate service.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Previous team management experience.
• Client-focused attitude with commercial awareness.

Desirable Qualifications and Skills:

• Knowledge of capital gains and inheritance tax.
• Experience with HMRC audit and investigations.
• Previous performance management experience.

Please note that other additional duties may be required as reasonably necessary for the role.

If you meet the qualifications and skills outlined above, we invite you to submit your application. Join our client's organisation and make a significant impact in the field of accounting. Apply now!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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