Accountant

Chester Permanent £42,000 - £50,000 per year View Job Description
A highly successful, independent and well regarded accountancy practice based in Cheshire, has a requirement for an Accountant. This firm are looking for someone who has a background working in the profession and can offer development, client contact and increasing responsibility. The role has arisen through positive growth and developments within the firm.
  • Fantastic Development Opportunity
  • Large independent firm of accountants

About Our Client

This firm is a multi-office accountancy practice across the North West. They have strong relationships with their clients and offer a high quality of service. They are continually growing and offer commercial ideas and support to all of their clients.

Job Description

The successful Accountant will be responsible for:

* Managing a portfolio of clients across various industries, providing accounting, tax, and advisory services.
* Preparing and reviewing financial statements, management accounts, and VAT returns.
* Offering proactive advice to clients on tax planning, business strategy, and financial processes.
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, acting as their main point of contact.
* Ensuring all compliance deadlines are met for clients, including tax returns and statutory filings.
* Reviewing and supervising the work of junior staff, providing guidance and support as needed.
* Identifying opportunities to improve clients financial processes and recommending value-added services.
* Keeping up to date with changes in accounting standards, tax regulations, and legislation.
* Assisting in business development activities, including onboarding new clients and identifying cross-selling opportunities.
* Collaborating with other departments to deliver a comprehensive service to clients.

The Successful Applicant

Experience in a practice environment as an Accountant

The ability to multitask in a fast paced environment

Commercial thinking to assist clients where possible.

Competent in preparing accounts in a practice environment

Experience with accounting software, such as Xero, Sage and Quickbooks

An interest in the Accountancy industry

What's on Offer

Newly rennovated offices

Friendly office environment with opportunity of working from home

Competitive salary

Flexible role

Excellent reputation

Contact
Katie Baxter (nee Carew)
Quote job ref
13988395
Phone number
+44 161 829 0439

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Newly Qualified
Sector
Business Services
Location
Chester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Katie Baxter (nee Carew)
Consultant phone
+44 161 829 0439
Job reference
13988395