Semi Senior / Senior Accountant

Job Description:

Job Location: Derby

Job Type: Full-time/Part-time/Contract considered

Key Responsibilities:

• • Preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
  • Preparation of VAT returns
  • Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, tax laws, and regulations.
  • Communicate with clients advising of liabilities and general queries as and when required.
  • Possibility of VAT management including review of work of other members of staff’s work.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Education: Ideally a minimum of AAT qualifications, but will consider qualified by experience if in the role for a long period of time.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years experience in a practice setting.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficient in bookkeeping software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero ETC.).
  • Strong Excel skills.
  • Experience of Taxcalc would be beneficial
• Communication: Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to handle complex and detailed financial data accurately.
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with various departments.
• Problem-solving: Ability to analyse and resolve financial discrepancies and issues.