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Corporate Accounts Assistant

icon building Company : Shaw Gibbs
icon briefcase Job Type : Full Time
icon geo-alt Bristol,London - Marylebone

Job Description - Corporate Accounts Assistant

Founded in 2013, Sestini & Co (Sestini) are a team who specialise in tax consultancy for expatriates and high net worth individuals. Sestini joined the Shaw Gibbs Group in August 2024, a growing top 40 accountancy practice who provide expert solutions for entrepreneurial businesses and private individuals.

Members of the Shaw Gibbs Group are committed to investment in their teams of high-quality specialists who work with the best-in-breed technology to create value for clients which exceeds expectation.

The culture of the firm is very important to us and is based on our company values of expert, respectful, innovative and collaborative. We develop high performing teams diverse in experiences, backgrounds and ideas. As a growing company, there are plenty of opportunities for development and quick progression. Our practice is known for having a friendly and supportive team culture where everyone receives training and development to increase their technical knowledge and their commercial and management skills. We put our people first and are constantly looking for ways to improve our people experience. With respectful as one of our values, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that respects, values and celebrates cultural and individual differences.

We have several offices in Central and Southern England and have ambitious plans to expand our business. To support the organisation’s growth, we have created a new opportunity for a Corporate Accounts Assistant to join our Paulton accounts team on a part-time (preferred) or full-time basis. If part-time, this role will be 18-22 hours per week, based around core working hours of 9:00am to 2:30pm (with some flexibility). This position also includes a comprehensive induction and full funding to pursue professional qualifications.
  • Preparing a small portfolio of dormant accounts and ensuring completion to deadline
  • Preparing and/or reviewing non-complex small company accounts and Corporation tax returns
  • Drafting more complex small company accounts to be passed for completion and review by a senior team member
  • Basic dividend planning, with assistance
  • Drafting basic partnership and non-resident company tax returns for review prior to submission
  • Use of Xero for bookkeeping assistance and updating of clients records following accounts preparation
  • Assistance with providing information to our UK and US tax teams on clients’ corporate position
  • A comprehensive study package including full funding to pursue your AAT/ACA/ACCA qualifications, study leave, and time off for exams
  • Hybrid working after successful completion of your probationary period (three days in the office and two days at home)
  • Flexible working (flexing your hours around the core working hours of 10am to 4pm)
  • Joining a fast growing company with exciting growth plans ahead
  • Plenty of opportunity to increase your technical knowledge and skills
  • A varied role within a talented and experienced team
  • ERIC internal recognition awards – monthly recognition awards that celebrate those who champion the Shaw Gibbs values 
  • Long service awards
  • Regular employee events including a company-wide summer party
  • A competitive benefits package including:
    • A 23 day core holiday allowance plus other holiday-related benefits, such as: Holiday trading (the ability to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year), flexible bank holidays (the ability to flex your bank holidays to a day that suits you best) and additional holiday with service
    • A dedicated “Wellbeing Day” – an additional day off per year to focus on your wellbeing
    • Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) which includes access to 24/7 online GP consultations, 2nd medical opinions, online counselling, and mental health first aiders present in every office
    • Shaw Gibbs Rewards – access to discounts on a wide range of retailers
    • Health Cash Plan – money back on routine health appointments
    • Electric Vehicles Salary Sacrifice Scheme
    • Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme
    • Cycle to Work Scheme
    • Client and employee referral bonuses
    • Death in Service Life Assurance
    • Gym membership discounts
  • You will be AAT Level 3/4 or ACCA/ACA Part-Qualified
  • Experience preparing Company accounts using accounting software
  • Preference for a University degree with at least a 2:1 or minimum 3 A-Levels (A, B, B or above) or equivalent
  • Able to manage own workload and be a flexible team-player
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Able to produce high quality work in a fast-paced environment
  • A confident, positive, and professional approach
  • Strong IT skills, specifically Excel and able to pick up new IT packages quickly
  • Strong attention to detail
  • The following would be desirable, but is not required:
    • Knowledge and experience of VAT
    • Knowledge of basic LLP Accounts
    • Experience of clients with international elements
    • Knowledge of Xero (training will be provided)
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