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 Duties

• Preparation of statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Production of management accounts and supporting schedules
• Preparation of corporation tax computations and basic tax returns
• VAT return preparation and review
• Bookkeeping using cloud accounting software - Sage and Xero (essential)
• Maintaining accurate working papers and meeting compliance deadlines
• Dealing directly with client queries via email, phone and meetings
• Assisting with mentoring or reviewing work of junior staff where appropriate
• Supporting managers and partners with ad-hoc assignments

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 2+ years' experience within an accountancy practice
• Strong working knowledge of Sage and Xero is essential
• AAT qualified or studying ACA / ACCA (or qualified by experience)
• Confident preparing accounts with minimal supervision
• Strong communication and organisational skills

For more information on this role please contact Will Langdon at Clark Wood -