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Accountant

Catalyst
Posted 20 days ago, valid for 18 days
Location

North Shields, NE30, England

Salary

£27,000 - £35,000 per year

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

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  • A successful and friendly accountancy practice with over 30 years of experience is seeking an experienced Accountant or Bookkeeper to join their team.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in a similar UK accountancy practice environment and be proficient in accounting software.
  • The role involves direct client interaction, preparing VAT returns, finalising year-end financial statements, and mentoring junior staff.
  • The position offers a salary range of £27,000 to £35,000 per annum, along with benefits such as a pension and 25 days of holiday.
  • Applicants must have the right to work in the UK permanently and should be qualified or equivalent in experience.

Successful, friendly and growing accountancy practice, established for over 30 years, seeks an experienced Accountant or Bookkeeper to join its well-established team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with solid practice experience who enjoys client interaction and working with a wide range of businesses, potentially mentoring junior staff.

Depending on your level of experience, your responsibilities as Accountant/Bookkeeper will include:

  • Working directly with clients on a daily basis, building strong, long-term relationships
  • Preparing and/or reviewing VAT returns prepared by junior staff to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Preparing and finalising year-end financial statements and corporation tax returns for Limited Companies, Sole Traders and Partnerships
  • Reviewing and providing constructive feedback on financial statements prepared by junior team members
  • Playing a key role in maintaining high standards across the team and delivering an exceptional client service


As Accountant you’ll need:
 

  • Proven experience as an Accountant, Accounts Senior or Bookkeeper gained in a similar UK accountancy practice environment
  • Practical understanding UK accounting and tax
  • AAT, ACCA/ACA (part) qualified or equivalent “qualified by experience”
  • Proficiency in accounting software (IRIS, Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, work independently and manage deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills and a proactive, client-first approach.
  • A team player who enjoys mentoring junior colleagues


Rewards & Benefits:
 

  • Basic salary of £27000 - £35000 per annum + pension + benefits
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
  • Auto-enrolment pension scheme
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Opportunity to grow within a supportive and professional environment


Please note:

- To secure maximum pay/rewards, you must possess all outlined experience, skills, knowledge and relevant qualifications.

- High levels of interest mean we will only contact you if your application is shortlisted and this will happen within five working days.

- You must have the right to work in the UK permanently and without any restrictions – there is no visa sponsorship on offer for this role.

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