Accounts Senior

Accounts Senior - Firm of Accountants - St Helens This role is working for a highly regarded firm of Accountants in the St Helens area. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years current experience within an accountancy firm environment working on a range of clients. ACA or ACCA fully qualified or QBE - accountancy practice experience is essential. Experience working with SME and owner-managed businesses. Experience of reviewing work and supervising junior colleagues. Strong working knowledge of UK accounting and tax compliance. Excellent attention to detail and proven review skills. Confident communicator with a client-focused approach. Proficient in Xero cloud accounting software. Duties and Responsibilities of Accounts Senior Preparation of year-end accounts for limited companies. Preparation of corporation tax returns (CT600) and self-assessment tax returns. Preparation of management accounts. Review of VAT Returns completed by the team. Reviewing work completed by junior team members and supporting their development. Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and provide practical advice. Identifying tax planning and business advisory opportunities for clients. Ensuring all compliance deadlines are met and quality standards maintained. Supporting process improvements and promoting the use of cloud accounting tools. Assisting with workflow management across the team. This is a great opportunity to join a well established supportive independent firm. ..... full job details .....