Accountant

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Accountant to oversee and manage companies accounts, ensuring high-quality output and effective collaboration across departments. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a proactive approach to process improvement and team development.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the bookkeeping team to deliver accurate and timely results.
Ensure the delivery of quality financial information to senior managers and other departments, including accounts, payroll, and tax.
Foster strong relationships across the practice to ensure seamless collaboration between teams.
Work alongside the Director to identify and implement process improvements, focusing on efficiency and quality.
Review VAT returns, bookkeeping files, and supporting schedules for accuracy and compliance.
Resolve internal and external queries arising from bookkeeping reviews.
Review and oversee the production of detailed management accounts.
Provide training, guidance, and professional development opportunities for the team.
Ensure adherence to timetables for timely delivery of bookkeeping and management accounts.
Prepare accounts in compliance with FRS 102 1A and FRS 105 standards.
Produce draft tax computations and provisions for inclusion in accounts.
Fulfill additional duties as needed to meet business requirements.

VAT Knowledge:

Comprehensive understanding of VAT, including:

Cash Accounting
Invoice Accounting
Partial Exemption
Flat Rate Scheme
Margin Scheme
Export/Import VAT and Duty
Property VAT Rules

Person Specification Essential Skills and Attributes:

Proven management and leadership skills.
Strong organizational abilities with the capacity to handle multiple tasks effectively.
Excellent interpersonal and client service skills.
Superior written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Conscientious, self-motivated, resilient, and goal-oriented.
Exceptional attention to detail, quality, and control.
Strong analytical skills and sound decision-making abilities.
Effective upward management capabilities.
Aptitude for learning new skills and technologies.
Excellent management accounting expertise.

Technical Requirements:

Accounting Software: