Accountant

We are currently recruiting for a Chartered Accountant to join our client in Birmingham, B18. The successful candidate will join the Accounts department , reporting to the Managing Director. Main duties and responsibilities for the Chartered Accountant role: Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Manage financial systems and budgets. * Manage Payroll * Undertake financial audits (an independent check of an organisation #39;s financial position) * Provide financial advice. * Liaise with clients (individuals or businesses) and provide financial information and advice. * Review the company #39;s systems and analyse risk. * Perform tests to check financial information and systems. * Advise on tax planning (within current legislation to minimise tax liability) and tax issues associated with business activities. * Maintain accounting records and prepare accounts and management information for senior management. * Detect and prevent fraud (forensic accounting) * Manage junior colleagues. * Liaise with internal and external auditors (where applicable) and deal with any financial irregularities as they arise. * Produce reports and recommendations following internal audits or public sector audits. * Prepare financial statements, including monthly and annual accounts. * Arrange financial management reports, including financial planning and forecasting. * Advise on tax and VAT issues. * Negotiate terms with suppliers. * Reconcile stock held with offshore suppliers. Main requirements for the Chartered Accountant role: Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: * Educated to degree level in a related field, ideally holding or working towards a professional qualification. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal team members and external suppliers. * Excellent computer proficiency. The Chartered Accountant role is office based, Monday to friday 8.45am to 5.15pm