Accounts Senior

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Full time
Location: Luton
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Job offered by: Mellis Blue
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Category:
Our client is seeking an experienced individual to join their specialist team providing a first-class service to their clients.

A competitive salary plus overtime is on offer.

Successful candidates will have experience working in practice in the UK and be able to demonstrate competence in all areas of accounts. Responsibilities include preparing complex financial statements and overseeing the preparation of simple financial statements and tax computations and returns across the whole client range, working mainly unassisted.

Partnership accounts experience is essential for this role due to the nature of the client base.

The candidate will have 3+ years in the accountancy profession up to and including a Semi Senior or similar role. Competence in using cloud-based software (i.e., Xero, Sage) is required. The ability to work to deadlines is essential, along with excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.

About the Role To ensure that all aspects of financial reporting are carried out in a timely and efficient manner, in accordance with prescribed systems and procedures, and that all relevant files are passed upwards for manager/director review at an acceptable quality standard.

On some jobs, the senior may be asked to handle a small portfolio of clients.

ACCOUNTS (70% OF ROLE) Prepare management accounts

* Complete on time, accurately and thoroughly

* Complete all sections and pass on for manager review

* Partnership accounts (experience essential) Utilise junior staff on simpler assignments and oversee their work standard

* Support trainees and help with development of knowledge and skills

* Review annual accounts prepared by juniors Finalise accounts

* Complete all sections of the accounts file

* Pass on for manager review

* Indicate clearly any points that need further clarification

TAX (30% OF ROLE) COMPLIANCE * Ensuring that clients meet HMRC deadlines by completion of both personal tax returns and P11D's and that client records are maintained in a manner that meets statutory requirements.

Excellent Benefits Flexible working, along with hybrid arrangements for qualified staff members Annual leave starting at 25 days (plus statutory bank holidays) Holiday purchase scheme Paid overtime A group income protection insurance scheme Life assurance at four times basic annual salary Auto enrolment pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme for challenging situations whether they be personal or work-related Full study support for professional qualifications where relevant Professional subscriptions fees paid On-site parking

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