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SalaryThis role involves full responsibility for delivering accounts and tax services to a varied portfolio of clients, for an independent practice with an excellent reputation, who punch way over their weight in terms of the clients they have.
Our client is on a mission to cut through the complex world of accounting and tax to help clients to achieve their long term financial goals with simplicity and prosperity.
They take immense pride in the work they do and the impact it has on their clients' success. They approach each project with enthusiasm, diligence, and a hunger for improvement, knowing that their reputation for excellence is built on the pride they take in their work.
They are committed to making the workplace an outstanding place for each colleague to reach their full potential. Whilst they are serious about our services, they know that fun is fundamental to a fulfilling job, so they keep ourselves entertained with team socials and activities throughout the year.
Key responsibilities
- Proactive and regular communication with clients in your portfolio as a primary point of contact
- Responsibility for overseeing the production of accounts and tax returns with a focus on quality and client satisfaction
- Key supporting role in tax planning activities with the aim of providing a first class client experience and expanding your knowledge and confidence in more complex taxation and accounting issues
- Opportunity to directly manage junior team members in their career progression
Metrics
- Client satisfaction
- Quality of work
- Job profitability
The successful applicant will have a strong technical accounting and tax knowledge in the context of SMEs and personal taxation. Ideally you would also be knowledgeable in advanced taxation areas (CGT, IHT) and experience with IRIS accounts and tax modules. Confident in reviewing the work of others, you must be familiar with accounts preparation procedures and documentation, ideally with strong Excel skills. With clear and confident communication skills, you are a true team player and take pride in the work you do, ideally with the desire to find improvements and efficiencies.
It is anticipated that you will be ACA or ACCA qualified, however qualified by experience candidates will also be considered if they have sufficient experience of a similar senior practice role.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a graduate visa.
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
