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Junior/ Semi Senior Accountant Job in Birmingham

Job Description
Junior/Semi Senior Accountant, ACCA Qualified/Part-Qualified, Chartered Accountancy, QuickBooks Zero Sage, VAT Returns, Corporation Tax, Permanent, Birmingham

Junior/Semi Senior Accountant

A Junior/ Semi Senior Accountant is required by a small practice firm that provides a variety of services including (but not limited to) accountancy, taxation, bookkeeping, IHT, business consultancy and HMRC enquiries. Founded on August 1, 2015 and has grown following the merger of 2 practices. The partners have experiences of over 35 years. Their aim is to provide excellent service and expertise to all their clients.

The Junior/Semi-Senior Accountant who is qualified and/or is studying towards the ACCA qualification and has had practical experience within practice.

The role will be a combination of accounts preparation and tax returns. You will be mainly responsible for preparation of clients’ accounts ranging from sole traders, partnerships and limited companies as well as completion of the tax returns. Daily and routine administration duties as listed below will also be part of this job profile.

Key Responsibilities:

Bookkeeping from client records to produce VAT Returns
Preparation of annual accounts and working papers to an excellent standard, for approval by the manager/partner overseeing the assignment
Preparation of corporation tax computations and tax returns for Limited Companies
Preparation of income tax computations for sole traders and partnerships
Assist with ad hoc accounts analysis work as and when required
Completion of self assessment returns, income & expenditure and rental accounts work for individuals and partnerships
Competent on Xero, Sage, TASBooks and/or Taxcalc (training to be provided where necessary)
Liaising with HMRC on behalf of clients
To promptly report to manager any concerns which may affect the firm’s client relationship e.g. money laundering, unethical business practice, complaints
To respect client confidentiality and report any issues which may affect client relationships to the senior/manager overseeing assignment
Office timesheets to update on a weekly basis
Ad hoc administrative duties such as answering the phone and general office duties when required
Future Prospects:

Training and development are continual. With progression, time, and dedication, you can work your way up the management ladder within the practice.

Holidays/Pension/Benefits:

20 holidays plus the 8 statutory bank holidays
Pension scheme option available if you wish to opt in – further details can be provided upon request
Study support available
Parking available/Accessible via public transport:

They are situated on the A34 Walsall Road (opposite Selco), off the Rocky Lane Junction, near Junction 7 of M6.
Public transport available to City Centre and other locations, parking is available at the front and back of the office.
Starting date of job:

Immediate start
Ideal Candidate:

Qualities:

Friendly and confident with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Able to manage workload and prioritise tasks in order to meet deadlines
Hardworking individual who is able to work on own initiative but also under instruction
Have a professional manner and able to work well with others
Ambitious to take on additional tasks, learn new skills and develop within the organisation
Competency/Technical skills needed:

Strong experience within an accountancy/bookkeeping environment is essential with a minimum of at least 2 years experience in practice
Excellent understanding of bookkeeping and reconciliation abilities
Excellent IT skills – Microsoft Excel, Word, Xero, Sage, TASBooks and Taxcalc would be preferable but not essential.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge of accountancy standards and taxation
Payroll experience is preferred but not mandatory
Qualifications required

Qualified or currently studying towards the ACCA qualification and/or qualified by experience
English and Maths
Vacancy Information:

Location: Birmingham
Salary range: £20,000-£25,000 Per Annum
Job type: Permanent
Job Section: Accountancy
Working Hours: Full time 37.50 Hours per week (9am to 5.30pm with an hour’s lunch between 1pm to 2pm)
Reference: GJ100
Contact: Gabriel Johnson
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Junior/Semi Senior Accountant, ACCA Qualified/Part-Qualified, Chartered Accountancy, QuickBooks Zero Sage, VAT Returns, Corporation Tax, Permanent, Birmingham

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Location: Birmingham
Category: Accounting/Financial/Insurance
City: Birmingham
County: West Midlands (County)
Country: United Kingdom
Salary: £20000 – £25000/annum
Benefits: