Accounts Senior
Derby
£28,000 – £32,000
Full-Time Office Based 
 
Achieve Professionals is recruiting for an Accounts Senior to join our client’s team in Derby, reporting directly to the Senior Managers.
 
The role will involve working with clients and providing support predominantly with year-end accounts preparation and management accounts. There will also be opportunities on other projects as and when they arise.

Responsibilities:

• Produce an accounts working file and draft accounts.
• Clear arising queries with clients and produce a list of discussion points for the senior managers or partners.
• Work within a budget agreed upon at the planning stage.
• Produce draft tax computations and (for companies) a provision for inclusion in the accounts.
• Inclusion of statutory disclosures in line with the company checklist.
• Plan and control professional work for the firm’s clients within the firm’s standard procedures and identify basic planning opportunities.
• Working knowledge of computer-based programs.
• Attend training and seminars to further develop and maintain technical and personal development skills.
• Attend training to further develop and maintain technical skills and if not yet attained to work towards a professional qualification.
• Professionally represent the firm and its interests in dealings with clients and other professionals.

Essential requirements/qualifications

• Previous experience as an Accounts Senior within an accounting firm.
• Knowledge of Iris and Xero is preferred, but not essential.
• Skills in Microsoft Excel and Word are essential.
• Experience in using cloud-based accountancy software
• You will have the following skills:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent Excel skills
• Good organisation and time management skills
• Proactive thinking and application skills
• Self-management skills

What you will need to be;

• Be authentic in every situation and like to be connected to your team, clients, and local communities
• Like to listen and understand, show up every day with passion, and to stand up for things that matter to you
• Be driven to succeed, take initiative, and want results

Qualifications: 

• Either ACA or ACCA qualified, however part qualified could be considered
• Full study support package offered if part qualified.