Senior accountant

Due to continued expansion, our client is looking to recruit a Senior Accountant to join its friendly team within this forward-thinking accountancy practice on the outskirts of Maidenhead. Working on a portfolio of clients, this role will incorporate a wide range of duties, although the company will mould the role around an exceptional candidate rsquo;s specialisms to suit. Reporting to the Partners, the main functions of the Senior Accountant will include: * Assisting with the management of a portfolio of clients, being the first point of contact and responding to client enquiries in an accurate and timely manner * Accounts preparation * Management accounts and VAT * Involvement with all aspects of tax, including advisory work and returns * The management of both corporate clients and individuals Given the nature of this firm, the successful candidate will make the portfolio their own, and will essentially be a client manager for the personal portfolio of clients. To be considered for this position applicants should have the following skills and experience: * Previous experience gained within a UK accountancy practice environment is essential * Ideally be qualified ACA, ACCA, AAT; part qualified or qualified by experience candidates will be considered * Good working knowledge of accounting standards, corporation tax, income tax, VAT * Competent with the Microsoft Office Suite as well as familiarity with accountancy, taxation and practice management software * Be a team player and able to work on your own initiative * Have excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with the team and clients * Some experience of payroll would be useful, although not essential In return for your skills and dedication, this dynamic firm will offer a competitive salary and benefits, depending upon experience, within a supportive and friendly working environment. Submit your CV for this Senior Accountant role We can only accept applications from candidates that have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful