Accounts Semi Senior

Accounts Semi-SeniorLydney, GloucestershireFull Time Permanent An established and growing accountancy practice in Lydney is looking to recruit an Accounts Semi-Senior to strengthen its accounts team. This role would suit a candidate with solid practice experience and strong hands-on experience using Sage and Xero, who is keen to continue developing technically while gaining greater responsibility and client exposure. You will work with a varied portfolio of SMEs, sole traders and limited companies, delivering high-quality compliance services and supporting senior staff on more complex work.Main DutiesPreparation of statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companiesProduction of management accounts and supporting schedulesPreparation of corporation tax computations and basic tax returnsVAT return preparation and reviewBookkeeping using cloud accounting software - Sage and Xero (essential)Maintaining accurate working papers and meeting compliance deadlinesDealing directly with client queries via email, phone and meetingsAssisting with mentoring or reviewing work of junior staff where appropriateSupporting managers and partners with ad-hoc assignmentsCandidate ProfileMinimum 2+ years'' experience within an accountancy practiceStrong working knowledge of Sage and Xero is essentialAAT qualified or studying ACA / ACCA (or qualified by experience)Confident preparing accounts with minimal supervisionStrong communication and organisational skillsFor more ..... full job details .....