Accountant

Accountant required for an established and expanding North London firm with an exciting future. Accountancy practice experience and fully qualified ACCA or ACA required. Other backgrounds and part-qualified considered for exceptional candidates.This is a key role for us, and we wish to hire the best!

Can you take on a pivotal role at our practice and be ultimately responsible for your own workload?

Are you looking to work at a local practice where exciting future career opportunities are being created?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established local accountancy practice. We have a strong history we have worked from the same premises for over 40 years and we have evolved into a modern, forward-thinking, and technologically driven practice. Our desire to keep moving ahead continues and current developments will result in a larger business that will offer excellent prospects for those that are seeking to grow their careers. The accountant role we are recruiting for is one that holds a huge level of responsibility and one that sits alongside the senior members of our business. If you are looking for a role that carries the level of responsibility your experience deserves, please apply for this role. We are keen to hear from you.

The role

This is a pivotal role within our company, and we are looking for a strong candidate to be part of our team. Duties will include:

• Preparing statutory accounts and corporation tax computations for limited companies.
• Preparing accounts and tax returns for sole traders and partnerships.
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns.
• Client relationship building.
• Occasional on-site visits.
• Adhering to deadlines and keeping principals informed of progress.
• Liaising with other departments in the firm.

Essential skills

• At least 2-3 years experience gained in a similar senior accounts/accountant role preferably within practice.
• Fully ACCA or ACA qualified - we will consider an unqualified or part-qualified candidate in exceptional circumstances.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to convey financial information to our clients in a clear and easy to understand way.
• Knowledge of digital software, mainly Xero and Sage Cloud.
• Up to date knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS 102.
• Corporation and personal tax knowledge.
• Any knowledge of either Iris or Tax Calc would be an advantage.

Additional information

We pay an annual based on company and individual performance. We also operate flexible working for those wishing to spend some of the working week working at home.

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About the company

Tuchbands is a long-standing Chartered Accountant and Tax Advisor based in Finchley, North London that provides first-class accountancy and taxation services to businesses and individuals. For over 40 years our approach has been based on giving clear, accurate advice. Businesses, big and small, across the capital and beyond, rely on us to support them. From bookkeeping to company formation, corporate tax planning to financial projections, and payroll to profit improvement, Tuchbands helps enterprises focus their energies on their core business. We are currently going through an important and exciting phase of expansion which will open new opportunities for career progression.

Further information

Adverts run for up to 40 days and we encourage applications during this period. The interviewing process can start at any time and adverts can be ended early if a suitable candidate is found. Our application process is designed to be fair, straightforward, and inclusive to engage with as many applicants as possible. If you require reasonable adjustments, please let us know. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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