REED Practice are looking for a semi-senior to join our clients’ accounts team in Derby. They offer a vast range of clients of all different sizes and industries, this position will provide plenty of variety, encompassing year end accounts preparation, corporate tax returns, bookkeeping and management accounts.

Key responsibilities

• Preparation of year end statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders
• Preparation of corporation tax computations and returns
• Daily bookkeeping and preparing and filing monthly and quarterly VAT returns under all types of VAT schemes
• Preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts to a high standard
• Preparing and filing monthly CIS returns
• Liaising with clients on queries
• Assist with the development and training of junior members of the team
• Deliver excellent client service

Desired skills and experience

• AAT qualified and studying towards the ACA / ACCA qualification
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in practice
• Working knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS 102
• Sound accounting system knowledge and experience using; CCH, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks and Alphatax
• Ability to develop strong client relationships
• Hands on, diligent and able to demonstrate excellent client interpersonal skills
  • Excellent organisational skills and ability to multi-task
• Good attention to detail
• Proficient with Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Team player with a strong work ethic and drive
• Ability to work under own initiative and to tight deadlines
• Ad-hoc work to support the Partners

Benefits

• 23 days annual leave increasing by 1 day each year post qualified, up to a maximum of 28 days
• 3% company contribution
• SSP during probation and discretionary/SSP thereafter
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Company pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Hybrid working post probation (minimum 3 days in the office)
• Smart-casual dress code
• Quarterly company events
• On-site parking
• Store discounts
• Wellness programmes

If this role is of interest please apply below