Practice Accountant
- Employer
- Michael Page
- Location
- Wales, Carmarthenshire
- Salary
- GBP40000 - GBP50000 per annum
- Closing date
- 22 Aug 2022
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- Sector
- Accounting - practice
- Salary band
- £40,000 - £50,000, £50,000 - £60,000
- Contract type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
- Where will they be working?
- From our office
Job Details
Guaranteed Equity Partner opportunity with growth and development on offer. As a Practice Accountant, you will join one of the most innovative and entrepreneurial firms in South Wales.
Client Details
A leading accountancy practice based in Carmarthenshire undergoing continued and sustained positive expansion and growth. The firm and Practice Accountant role provide genuine prospects for long-term career progression, development and Partner opportunities.
Description
The key responsibilities for this Practice Accountant position at a leading accountancy firm based in Carmarthenshire are:
- Manage a client portfolio including Limited Companies, Sole Traders, Partnerships and Individuals;
- Oversee and manage all aspects of client's service delivery including preparation of year-end accounts, management accounts, bookkeeping, VAT etc and value-added services assignments;
- Act as the main point of contact within the firm for clients, keeping them informed of progress in relation to all aspects of service delivery and maintaining regular contact with them;
- Review work completed by junior team members and resolving all issues prior to Partner review;
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with new and existing clients;
- Ability to multi-task and complete assignments within time constraints and set deadlines;
- Reporting directly to a Partner;
- Working and liaising with other members in the Business Services team and colleagues in other departments as necessary to provide high quality client service;
- Develop, retain and motivate junior members of staff and assist in the management of the overall Business Services team on a day-to-day basis; and
- Knowledgeable of the firm's services and able to cross-sell those services into the client base.
Profile
In order for candidates to be successful when applying for this Practice Accountant role at a leading accountancy firm in Carmarthenshire, you must be:
- ACCA/ACA qualified or equivalent with at least 4/5 years of post-qualification experience;
- Must have previous experience in dealing with an agricultural client base;
- Have proven experience of working in a practice environment;
- Experience in managing a client portfolio;
- Have a proven track record of establishing and maintaining strong client relationships;
- Have a proactive approach to problem-solving and delivering client solutions;
- Be a motivated individual and able to work alone or as part of a team;
- The ability to take responsibility and use own initiative to resolve problems and issues;
- Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and clients at all levels;
- Strong organisation and planning skills and attention to detail;
- The ability to positively embrace changes and new challenges;
- Experience of using cloud-based accounting software packages, such as Sage, Xero, Receipt Bank, Auto Entry etc;
- Experience of CCH products desirable but not essential; and
- Hold a full and clean driving licence.
Job Offer
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000
Holidays: 20 days plus bank holidays
Flexi hours: Can work up to an additional 14 hours a month
Hours: 35hrs/w - core: 10am to 4pm
Pension: Auto-enrolment scheme
Continuous Professional Development
Planned-approach to becoming an Equity Partner
Company
Michael Page specialises in the permanent, temporary and interim recruitment of qualified accountants. In fact, our organisation was founded to provide selection and recruitment services for accounting professionals and has been a market leader in this field for more than 35 years.
We have earned the trust of clients in industry and commerce, the banking and financial services markets and the public and not-for-profit sector. We also have an exemplary track record of completing assignments for everyone from small, boutique practices to the Big Four firms.
Michael Page has pioneered a unique, consultative approach to recruitment, enabling us to find the best fit between our client’s needs and the candidate’s experience and abilities. With an emphasis on delivering results and establishing long-term relationships, our consultants waive commission in favour of quarterly profit share – that means impartial career advice and an entire team pulling together on your behalf.
Many of our consultants have a background in accounting and finance – that’s real, grass roots expertise at your disposal. Combine that with the global reach you get from a company that has over 164 offices in 34 countries and you’re looking at a pretty formidable package.
We are confident no other consultancy is better qualified to help you make that crucial, next step in your career. Take this opportunity to browse our accounting, tax and treasury jobs to find out more about our specific expertise:
• Industry and commerce
• Financial services
• Public and not-for-profit
• Taxation
• Specialist markets
• Treasury
• Newly qualified ACA
Alternatively, if you're looking to hire, please send us a job brief or get in touch to find out how our track record could add value to your recruitment process”
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