Goldhawk Associates are looking for an experienced Accounts Senior to join a reputable and professional Top 20 firm of accountants in Maidstone. Based in the large and purpose-built offices they are looking for an experienced Accounts Senior who is either currently studying their qualifications or someone who is already qualified to join them. You will be responsible for working within the accounts team, preparing management and statutory accounts for their clients who will be a range of sole traders, companies, and LLPs. You must be able to demonstrate strong practical knowledge and experience in accounts preparation within a practice environment. You must have strong double-entry knowledge and skills as well as a good working knowledge of SAGE, Xero, and other IT packages. Basic tax knowledge is also important but accuracy and strong organisational and time management skills are key.Your role:
• Complete sets of accounts
• Working from source documents/records to final accounts for review by the appropriate manager or partner
• Work on a wide range of accounts
• Effectively manage time to ensure that jobs are finished within budget
• Supervise and coach junior staff
• Produce management accounts monthly and quarterly
• Corporation tax computations (if appropriate)
• Produce VAT returnsAAT qualified, ideally studying for ACCA or ACA. Qualified with at least 5 years experience as an alternative. They offer flexible/hybrid working and CPD and rounded benefits packages.Unfortunately, due to the high number of applications currently being received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.