About Us
Armstrong Watson are a trusted and leading independent Accountancy and Business Advisory firm based in the North of England and Scotland. Our services and advice are all centred around our Quest to support our clients to achieve prosperity, a secure future and peace of mind, which cannot be achieved without the expertise of our dedicated and valued colleagues.
With approximately 700 colleagues situated across 19 offices, our people and our culture are at the heart of what we do. We recognise the unique impact we have on not only our clients, but also our colleagues, and the communities in which we operate. Our success is dependent on every colleague embracing all four of our core values: Honesty, Humanity, Trust and Passion.
The Role
Due to continuous growth across our Scotland based teams, we are now recruiting for a Business Services Senior to join either our Glasgow office or our Dumfries office.
This position is perfect if you are an experienced Accounting Senior who is keen for a new challenge and is eager to progress, or an Accounting Assistant who is seeking their next career step.
The main elements of this role will include:
Completing draft financial statements for sole traders, partnerships and companies ready for review by an Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager
Completing draft business tax computations ready for review by an Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager
Preparing VAT returns, book keeping assignments and management accounts for clients
Assisting with the filing of financial statements and corporate tax returns
Raising appropriate queries for the Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager
Please note that we will not be accepting candidates from agency suppliers in connection with this vacancy.
The Candidate
In order to fulfil the responsibilities of the position, we would like candidates to be / have:
A Full UK Driving Licence
Either AAT, ACA or ACCA qualified already, or be qualified by experience
Experience of working in an Accountancy capacity at an Accountancy practice
Comfortable working in a fast paced environment
A dedicated team player, and willing to assist colleagues in the team where possible
Able to prioritise workloads under strict deadlines and work well under pressure
Able to use initiative and have great organisation / problem solving skills
Keen to become part of a dynamic team
The Benefits
In return for your hard work helping us shape our future growth and development; we will provide a competitive salary and a positive benefits package which includes:
Salary Sacrifice Employer Contribution Pension Scheme including Life Cover (4x salary) and Income Protection
Competitive Annual Leave entitlement up to 26 days, plus Bank Holidays
Annual Leave Purchase Scheme allowing you to buy up to 5 additional days annual leave each year
Smart Working Policy, giving you the ability to balance home and remote working
Health Shield Cash Plan (cash back on a range of Health benefits and discounts on holidays, fashion and entertainment)
Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support for wellbeing and health)
Paid flu jabs and eye tests
Introductory Commission Scheme (financial reward if you refer a new client)
Employee Referral Scheme (financial reward if you refer new AW colleagues) enabling you to claim up to £2,500 for each referral
Ongoing access to online training courses and materials
Paid professional membership fees
Charity of the Month
Colleague of the Month
Subsidised social events throughout the year
In addition to all the benefits you would expect from an award winning employer, you will be given the utmost encouragement and support to develop your career further.
When youre with us... were with you.
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Armstrong Watson are a trusted and leading independent Accountancy and Business Advisory firm based in the North of England and Scotland. Our services and advice are all centred around our Quest to support our clients to achieve prosperity, a secure future and peace of mind, which cannot be achieved without the expertise of our dedicated and valued colleagues.
With approximately 700 colleagues situated across 19 offices, our people and our culture are at the heart of what we do. We recognise the unique impact we have on not only our clients, but also our colleagues, and the communities in which we operate. Our success is dependent on every colleague embracing all four of our core values: Honesty, Humanity, Trust and Passion.
The Role
Due to continuous growth across our Scotland based teams, we are now recruiting for a Business Services Senior to join either our Glasgow office or our Dumfries office.
This position is perfect if you are an experienced Accounting Senior who is keen for a new challenge and is eager to progress, or an Accounting Assistant who is seeking their next career step.
The main elements of this role will include:
Completing draft financial statements for sole traders, partnerships and companies ready for review by an Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager
Completing draft business tax computations ready for review by an Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager
Preparing VAT returns, book keeping assignments and management accounts for clients
Assisting with the filing of financial statements and corporate tax returns
Raising appropriate queries for the Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager
Please note that we will not be accepting candidates from agency suppliers in connection with this vacancy.
The Candidate
In order to fulfil the responsibilities of the position, we would like candidates to be / have:
A Full UK Driving Licence
Either AAT, ACA or ACCA qualified already, or be qualified by experience
Experience of working in an Accountancy capacity at an Accountancy practice
Comfortable working in a fast paced environment
A dedicated team player, and willing to assist colleagues in the team where possible
Able to prioritise workloads under strict deadlines and work well under pressure
Able to use initiative and have great organisation / problem solving skills
Keen to become part of a dynamic team
The Benefits
In return for your hard work helping us shape our future growth and development; we will provide a competitive salary and a positive benefits package which includes:
Salary Sacrifice Employer Contribution Pension Scheme including Life Cover (4x salary) and Income Protection
Competitive Annual Leave entitlement up to 26 days, plus Bank Holidays
Annual Leave Purchase Scheme allowing you to buy up to 5 additional days annual leave each year
Smart Working Policy, giving you the ability to balance home and remote working
Health Shield Cash Plan (cash back on a range of Health benefits and discounts on holidays, fashion and entertainment)
Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support for wellbeing and health)
Paid flu jabs and eye tests
Introductory Commission Scheme (financial reward if you refer a new client)
Employee Referral Scheme (financial reward if you refer new AW colleagues) enabling you to claim up to £2,500 for each referral
Ongoing access to online training courses and materials
Paid professional membership fees
Charity of the Month
Colleague of the Month
Subsidised social events throughout the year
In addition to all the benefits you would expect from an award winning employer, you will be given the utmost encouragement and support to develop your career further.
When youre with us... were with you.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
