Accountant

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an AAT Qualifed Accountant to join a growing Firm of Accountants in either their office in Southport or Birkenhead. Paying a salary of £28,000 - £35,000 DOE.

Accountant Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of clients including sole traders, partnerships and limited companies

Prepare year-end accounts through to finalisation

Prepare and submit VAT returns

Produce management accounts and monthly reporting where required

Prepare corporation tax returns and basic tax computations

Complete personal tax returns (basic compliance)

Prepare MGD returns where applicable

Review work completed by junior team members and provide guidance

Act as a day-to-day point of contact for clients, handling queries and explaining financial information clearly

Attend client meetings at client premises where required

Ensure all deadlines across accounts, VAT and tax are met

Work collaboratively with the wider team to deliver a high-quality service

Accountant Attributes

AAT qualified with a minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience within practice

Proven experience preparing accounts through to finalisation

Strong working knowledge of VAT, management accounts and basic tax compliance

Experience dealing directly with clients and building relationships

Comfortable reviewing junior staff work and providing feedback

Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines

Experience using cloud accounting software (e.g. Xero or similar)

Full UK driving licence and willingness to attend client sites when required

Professional, detail-oriented and confident communicator

Accountant Benefits

Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious accountancy practice

Backed by a larger global professional group with strong growth plans in the UK

Clear opportunities for progression as the business continues to scale

Exposure to a varied client base and hands-on client interaction

Supportive team environment with responsibility and autonomy

If this opportunity sounds perfect for you then APPLY NOW........