Accounts Semi Senior

Pro Talent are currently working with a successful and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Basingstoke

The firm:

Fast-growing and dynamic accountancy firm in Basingstoke

Varied, challenging and hugely rewarding Accountant role

Expert team who work hard to provide exceptional standards

Strong focus on innovation and technology, and ambitious growth plans

The Accountant role:

Reporting to the Owner, your core responsibilities as an Accountant will include:

Prepare client accounts, tax, PAYE or VAT based work and identify points for partner to raise with clients and to raise potential for additional services

Finalise paperwork for dispatch to client and HMRC, meeting deadlines and to a high quality

Interpretation of tax returns and financial accounts to facilitate effective tax planning

Proactively liaise with clients to obtain relevant information, ensuring attention to detail

Monitor own job quality and quantity in line with agreed budgets, meeting these targets and exceeding where possible

Record own chargeable time and ensure maximum recovery

Support trainees by providing on the job coaching

Involvement with audit work as and when required

Bookkeeping, ledger maintenance, supplier maintenance and management accounts, as and when required

Prepare client tax returns and advise on tax payable and payment dates

Assisting clients with accounts software and other bookkeeping queries as required

Completion of overtime as and when required and attend appropriate courses

Involvement in client seminars including attendance and set up were required

Involvement in networking and business generation under the guidance of more senior team members

The successful Accountant candidate:

ACCA/ACA Qualified

You will have at least 3 years’ UK practice experience

Previous experience operating at Accountant level

Create a positive impression with clients and staff

Excellent client relationship skills

Aptitude to assist with business development activities

Highly commercial approach

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

A proactive approach, prepared to go the extra mile

Strong IT skills

Enjoy developing more junior staff

Thank you for your interest