Senior Accountant - career opportunity for practice accountant - Reed : Job Details

A great opportunity has arisen for those working in practice seeking a foot in the door to a national, independent firm who can offer professional development and progression.

Have you completed your AAT - or are very close to finishing -  or perhaps part way through studying ACCA/ACA – and working in an accounts team?

Reed Practice have been engaged by a UK accountancy firm who are rapidly moving up the Top 50 list, which brings career prospects to those who want and deserve it. This is a local office of a national firm, so you get the benefits of a big company whilst working in a small firm environment which means that you will not get lost in the system or seen as "just another number".

We are recruiting for an Accountant to joining a thriving and supportive team, based on the outskirts of Cambridge.

This is a crucial role for a firm who prides itself on being the go-to for its’ clients, and who truly value it’s employees, which has contributed to their success.

Reporting directly to the Partner, who will mentor your development, your tasks as Accountant will include:

• Preparing year end accounts, financial statements and associated corporate tax returns for sole traders, partnerships, charities and limited companies.
• Supporting the manager with preparing cash flows.
• Produce independent examinations for charity clients for Partner sign off.
• Complete VAT returns
• Prepare schedules for tax returns
• Act as a key contact for clients, liaise with business heads to resolve queries

You will also provide assistance with the development of junior team members by reviewing their work and offering advice when necessary and ensure your projects are completed within the timescales and budgets set.

As well as a motivating remuneration and realistic opportunity to develop your career, company benefits include - Flexible start and finish times, 4% pension contribution, Access to 24/7 employee assistance program, Private healthcare, Payment of your annual professional body subscription, working from home, 28 days holiday increasing over time, access to discounts for a wide range of establishments, and parking.

To express your interest please contact Natalie Harden at Reed for an immediate response.  Or apply to this role if you –

• Hold AAT level 4 or part qualified ACA/ACCA
• Have demonstratable experience of producing accounts for multiple clients for an accounting firm, working to UK regulations.
• Exceptional time management with proven success in meeting budgets and deadlines.
• Highest level of attention to detail
• Outstanding analytical skills.

Reed Practice

Reed’s practice specialists understand the value of talented professionals; we offer you a truly exceptional service and will match you with a firm which will help you to thrive and progress your career.

We have excellent links with firms of all sizes from sole practitioners, leading independents, the big four, top 50 to specialist boutique firms, making us the best-placed recruiter to advance your practice career.

We specialise in finding you tax, audit, accounts preparation and production, payroll and insolvency at all seniorities.

Not only will we help you find your ideal move, but we reward you for referring us to other professionals, with up to a £1,000 referral fee available.