Qualified Accountant

Qualified Accountant

Location: West Yorkshire

About the Role

Our growing practise is seeking an organised and detail-oriented Accountant to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with previous experience in an accountancy practice who is looking to further develop their career in a professional and supportive environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a varied client portfolio, providing bookkeeping and VAT services to sole traders and incorporated businesses across a wide range of industries.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage a portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT clients, including sole traders and limited companies

* Carry out bookkeeping duties using a variety of accounting software, predominantly Xero

* Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and on time

* Review work completed by junior team members and outsourced staff

* Respond to client queries in a professional and timely manner

* Ensure trial balances are accurate and complete before handover to the accounts department

* Process VAT registrations and de-registrations with HMRC

* Maintain strong client relationships and provide high levels of customer service

Skills & Experience Required

The ideal candidate will have:

* Previous experience working within an accountancy practice

* Strong bookkeeping and VAT knowledge

* Experience managing multiple client deadlines

* Excellent communication and
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed