Full job descriptionFortis Recruitment are working with an accountancy practice to recruit a semi-senior or senior accountant to joint their growing team. This role can be based in Wolverhampton or Cannock and you must live within commuting distance. We are looking for a practice-experienced Semi-Senior Accountant to deliver high-quality accounts and tax compliance work for a varied portfolio of SME clients. You will manage assignments through to review, support junior colleagues and work closely with senior accountants and tax partners.
The Role
*Prepare statutory accounts for SME limited companies and, where relevant, other owner-managed businesses, including supporting schedules and reconciliations under applicable UK GAAP (FRS 102/FRS 105). Managing and reviewing if looking at a senior role
*Prepare corporation tax computations and CT600 returns for senior review, highlighting potential tax issues or missing information
*Complete or review bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, trial balances and VAT returns; investigate discrepancies and maintain reliable records
*Prepare periodic management accounts and supporting commentary where required
*Deal with routine client queries professionally, requesting information clearly and escalating more complex matters
*Work confidently with Xero, Sage and QuickBooks
Requirements
*At least 4-8 years’ recent experience in a UK accountancy practice, ideally working with SMEs and owner-managed businesses
*ACCA/ACA qualified or part-qualified, or equivalent demonstrable practice experience
*Experience preparing statutory accounts, VAT returns, reconciliations and corporation tax computations for review or reviewing these items if more senior
This position is Monday – Friday and based on a 37.5hr week. If you are an experienced accountant who has worked in an accountancy practice servicing multiple clients please apply now to find out more.
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