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Are you in an accounting role looking for your next move up the management ladder? Have you trained or worked for a notable time in a firm of accountants, preparing accounts to UK regulations? Do you thrive on assisting client, developing sound relationships, advising on various matters, being crucial to their business? Does the idea of working with industry experts, for a company that can offer extremely good benefits, hybrid working and progression interest you? Reed Practice are excited to have been engaged on an exclusive basis to assist a unique firm of accountants to recruit either an Accounts Assistant Manager or Accounts Manager; the level of role is flexible to suit the successful applicant. This is an exciting time for our client; the Assistant Manager/Manager position is one of two new vacancies they have created, to support the Senior Management and clientele, due to their consistent success and growth. The Manager post will involve considerable client contact and once you have learnt about the business, will develop, and increase the advisory aspect. Preparation and review of accounts and draft tax computations for sole traders, partnerships, trusts, limited companies, and LLP's. Client contact, including attendance at client meetings. Assisting in bookkeeping support and software support where required. Provide support in dealing with telephone calls, client meetings, and other duties where required. Working closely with other members of the tax and accounts teams to ensure the provision of excellent client service. Opportunity to be involved in ad-hoc advisory tasks; this will increase over time. The firm offers benefits and a remuneration to rival that of even national firms. A competitive salary, 35 days holiday, a days' leave for your birthday, flexible and hybrid working, Pension contribution, life assurance, Employee Assistance Program, Study support (where required), ample free parking, Group income protection and on Wednesday it's office breakfast day! As well as all this they can offer progression as they continue to grow. Given all you will receive, we are looking for excellent experience and knowledge, with the following essential ACA or ACCA qualified or qualified by experience. Good communication skills, highly organised with good IT skills. Client focused and enthusiastic about delivering a high level of client service. Exposure to Sage, Xero, KeyPrime and Farmplan, is desired but again, not essential but a willingness to learn will be required. To learn more apply now or contact Natalie Harden from Reed Cambridge for an initial discussion.
The Accounts Assistant is responsible for ensuring all data is produced in a timely fashion as set out by the Finance Manager & Finance Director and will provide support in achieving business targets and approach the directors and heads of departments when identifying and analysing variances. Key Responsibilities At least working and technical knowledge of accountancy and payroll systems (Ideally SAGE, XERO, Quickbooks) Input supplier Invoices and raise sales Invoices, Manage cash flow including processing/managing supplier payments for the business Provide cover for credit control Provide support in preparing statutory accounts and monthly management accounts Support the Preparing and submitting of monthly VAT returns Reconciling the bank accounts including credit cards and expenses and identifying/resolving breaks Recognise and account for prepayments and accruals Analyse out certain costs as required by the directors Help maintain fixed asset register Creating monthly payment runs Raising ad hoc payments Undertake ad hoc projects as required Positive attitude Knowledge & Skills (Essential) At least working and technical knowledge of accountancy and payroll systems (SAGE, XERO, Quickbooks) Experience with Microsoft software packages (Word, Excel etc) Good communication skills both written & verbal and the ability to handle a large and varied workload accurately with support. Qualifications & Experience (Desirable) Part qualified accountant, or qualified by experience The ability to produce accurate work with an eye for detail Experience supporting the preparation of management accounts Supporting the formulation of budgets and forecasts