Semi-Senior Accountant

Office Based, Burnley

This is an exciting opportunity for someone to make the jump from Junior Accountant to Semi-Senior Accountant and to join a dynamic, fast-growing accountancy and business advisory firm, working with an exciting portfolio of clients. You’ll be part of an ambitious company with a goal to become a top 20 UK practice through a strategy of organic growth, alongside targeted mergers and acquisitions.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Management: Work with owner-managed businesses, including sole traders, partnerships, and companies.
• Accounts Preparation: Prepare accounts and financial statements for clients.
• Preparation of Personal tax returns.
• Record Processing: Process client records accurately and efficiently.
• Management Accounts: Prepare management accounts to meet client needs.
• VAT Returns: Complete and check VAT returns for accuracy and compliance.
• Supervision of more junior staff.
• Client Support: Address basic client queries and provide support as required.
• Administration: Carry out administrative and ad hoc tasks as needed.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Accounting Practice Experience background with a minimum of 2 years’ experience.
• Knowledge of IRIS, Xero and Sage is preferred.
• AAT4 qualification or someone starting ACCA Studies.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to client service.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Proactive and results-oriented, with a focus on delivering value to the business.
• A collaborative team player.
• High level of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package and a supportive work environment to ensure you excel in your role and enjoy being part of our team:

• Holiday and Leave: Holiday allowance of 24 days plus bank holidays.
• Pension & Financial: Company pension scheme with employer contributions to help you plan for the future. We also offer death in service cover for your peace of mind.
• Free onsite parking
• Professional Development: Study support for ACA/ACCA, plus continuous training in soft skills, technical knowledge, and professional development. We invest in our people and will support your career growth.

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