Our client based near Yeovil are currently looking for an Accountant to join their team. This is a varied role offering the opportunity to manage a portfolio of clients while taking responsibility for a broad range of accounting, tax, payroll and compliance activities.

You will work closely with clients and colleagues to ensure accounts and financial information are accurate, deadlines are met, and clients receive a professional and responsive service.

The weekly working hours are divided between two office locations commutable from Yeovil, so you will need to be comfortable travelling between both office locations each week.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients, maintaining accurate and up-to-date accounting records
• Prepare management accounts, year-end accounts and other financial reports for a range of businesses
• Handle bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, VAT returns and general ledger activities
• Prepare and support payroll, Self-Assessment tax returns and other compliance requirements
• Work on accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Review financial information, investigate discrepancies and ensure records are complete and accurate
• Support year-end processes, audits and the preparation of information for HMRC and other external stakeholders
• Provide clients with practical guidance on accounting matters and accounting software

Requirements

• ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualified with post-qualification experience in an accountancy practice
• Strong practical experience across accounts preparation, VAT, payroll and Self-Assessment tax returns
• Confident using accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or similar
• Well organised, commercially aware and able to manage multiple clients and competing deadlines
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional, approachable manner when dealing with clients.

Park Street People Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.