Accountant

Your new company A respected independent accountancy practice in Frome is looking to appoint an Accountant to join its growing client services team. Working closely with local businesses, entrepreneurs and established SMEs, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality financial and tax services while helping clients make informed business decisions. Your new role Client Portfolio Management • Managing a varied portfolio of business and individual clients. • Acting as the primary contact for day-to-day client queries. • Developing long-term relationships and providing an excellent client experience. • Attending client meetings and discussing financial performance and planning opportunities. Accounts & Compliance • Preparing and reviewing year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders. • Preparing and reviewing VAT returns. • Preparing management accounts and financial reporting packs. • Assisting with corporation tax and self-assessment compliance. • Ensuring all statutory filing deadlines are met. Advisory Support • Supporting clients with budgeting and cashflow • Advising on accounting systems and process improvements. • Identifying opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency. • Assisting business owners in understanding key financial performance indicators. Team Collaboration • Supporting and mentoring trainees and junior accountants. • Reviewing work and providing constructive feedback. • Working collaboratively with Partners and Managers on complex assignments and advisory projects. What you'll need to succeed Essential Skills & Experience • ACA or ACCA qualified, or qualified by substantial practice experience. • Experience within an accountancy practice. • Strong working knowledge of accounts production and taxation. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to manage multiple clients and competing deadlines. • Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem solving. Desirable • Experience with Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or other cloud-based accounting platforms. • Exposure to management accounts and business advisory services. • Experience reviewing junior team members' work. • Knowledge of modern accountancy technology and digital bookkeeping systems. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk