Accountant

Accountant

Leicester Based

Salary: Up to £50,000 DOE

Permanent, Full-Time

Are you a fully qualified Accountant with at least 3 years' experience working within an accountancy practice?

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £50,000 DOE
• Full-time, permanent position
• Office-based role in Leicester
• Opportunity to work within an established accountancy practice
• Varied client portfolio and responsibilities
• Professional and supportive working environment

Qualifications

Essential:

• Fully qualified Accountant, CIMA/ACCA is preferred but can also consider AAT with strong practice experience
• Minimum 2 years' experience working within an accountancy practice
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practice-based accounting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines

Desirable:

• Experience managing a portfolio of clients
• Experience with accounting software and relevant practice systems
• Proactive and professional approach to client relationships

Roles & Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts for a varied portfolio of clients
• Complete year-end accounts and financial statements
• Prepare and review VAT returns and other statutory submissions
• Provide clients with accounting advice and support
• Liaise directly with clients to understand their requirements and resolve queries
• Ensure all work is completed accurately and within required deadlines
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant accounting standards and legislation
• Support the wider practice team with a range of accounting and client-related duties

Requirements

As an Accountant, you will also be expected to:

• Be a proactive and commercially aware individual
• Have excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Be confident communicating with clients and colleagues
• Be able to work independently while contributing effectively to the wider team
• Manage competing priorities within a busy practice environment

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