Location: Leatherhead, Surrey
Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time
Sector: Accountancy Practice / Business Services
TPF Recruitment, the leading accountancy practice recruiters in the South, are delighted to be supporting a highly regarded and growing accountancy practice with the recruitment of a Qualified Practice Accountant / Assistant Manager.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recently qualified accountant looking to take the next step in their career within a varied business services environment. The role combines technical accounting, client management and team leadership, with responsibility for reviewing work and supporting the development of junior team members.
You will work with a diverse portfolio of UK and international businesses, gaining exposure to management accounts, statutory accounts, VAT, PAYE, financial reporting and advisory work.
The Role
You will play an important role within the team, overseeing the delivery and review of accounts and financial work whilst acting as a trusted adviser to clients.
Key responsibilities will include:
Overseeing and reviewing management accounts and statutory accounts for UK and international businesses
Providing technical guidance and support on accounting matters
Reviewing monthly, quarterly and annual VAT returns
Advising clients on VAT and PAYE matters
Supporting start up businesses with their accounting and financial requirements
Managing UK financial reporting for limited companies, LLPs, partnerships and sole traders
Assisting with the implementation of accounting and financial systems
Providing advice across a range of business and accounting matters
Managing and developing client relationships
Acting as a key point of contact for clients and delivering a high standard of service
Delegating work and managing workloads within the team
Training, mentoring and reviewing junior members of staff
Supporting the continued improvement of systems and processes
Using technology to improve efficiency and client service
RequirementsThe Ideal Candidate
Recently qualified ACA, ACCA or equivalent
Strong technical knowledge across management and statutory accounting
Previous experience within an accountancy practice
Confident reviewing accounts and financial information
Good understanding of VAT and PAYE
Experience working with a varied portfolio of clients
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Confident managing and developing client relationships
Comfortable delegating work and supporting junior team members
Professional, organised and committed to delivering high quality work
Strong IT and accounting software skills
A collaborative team player who enjoys supporting colleagues and contributing to the wider team
BenefitsWhat's on Offer
Varied portfolio of UK and international clients
Excellent exposure to accounts, management accounting, VAT and advisory work
Opportunity to take on team leadership responsibility
Ongoing training and professional development
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Clear opportunities for career progression
Opportunity to work with a diverse range of businesses and industries
A role offering genuine responsibility and client interaction
If you are a recently qualified accountant looking to progress into a role combining technical accounting, client management and team leadership, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a growing and forward thinking practice.
For more information, please contact Kourtney Luckett at TPF Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email .
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Salary description
£45000.00 - £55000.00 per year