Job Title

Audit and Accounts Semi- Senior

Main purpose of job

To prepare accounts, audit work and business tax computations for clients

Responsible for

Managing self; limited directional on the job training of more junior staff

Duties & key responsibilities

• Prepare basic period end accounts (including management accounts / financial statements) for small companies, partnerships, sole trade and LLPs using the firm’s preferred software applications with minimal review points from the manager.
• Preparation of more complex period end financial statements / disclosures for medium-sized companies and LLPs with manager assistance.
• Preparation of business tax computations pro-actively identifying adjustments for non-trade / capital items with supporting analysis and rationale.
• Attendance of year end audits to complete field work with guidance from fellow team members, including the attendance of stock takes and completion of sections allocated on the audit.
• Prepare company secretarial documentation for declaring dividends, appointment and resignation of company offices and PSCs and reporting the Confirmation Statement.
• Work to agreed timetables and regular communication of progress to more senior colleagues.
• Communication with clients to obtain information relevant to the assignment.

General responsibilities

• Ensure confidentiality of sensitive data.
• Commitment to passing relevant exams within the given period.
• Apply regulatory, legal, professional and ethical standards relating to engagements.

Skills and abilities

• Strong grasp of double entry bookkeeping including journals, reconciliations and analysis to support the preparation of accounting records and identify / resolve bookkeeping issues in client records.
• Good working knowledge of Excel to prepare formula driven analysis and formatted sheets that can be shared as client deliverables.
• Ability to communicate and ask for help were required.
• Passion to develop new skills.

Experience

• Previous experience of working in an accounting or finance environment.
• Experience of working within a team.

Knowledge

• Computer skills: MS Office applications - Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Strong GCSE and A level Qualifications with degree level 2:1 or above preferred although other routes will be considered.
• AAT qualified or part way through CA / ACA / ACCA
• Xero certified.
• Knowledge of IRIS preferred.

Personal attributes

• A ‘can do’ attitude with a high attention to detail.
• Good communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Commitment to learning.
• Confidence.
• Able to work as part of a team but also individually.