Job Ref: 213758447

Date: 2021-05-14 15:49:17

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Spencer Clarke Group are working closely alongside a 10+ partner firm to provide them a with a Senior Accountant to join their team on a Permanent Basis!

Job Purpose:

To undertake a wide variety of audit, accounting and tax assignments to a high standard of technical competence, delivered with a good degree of autonomy, and within budget and client expectations.

Key Objectives:

Complying with the firm’s operating procedures on all assignments to deliver a consistent, high quality, client focussed output
Timely and cost effective completion of tasks assigned, meeting deadlines and budgets to deliver an excellent standard of output with good fee recovery.
A good level of autonomy and effective, proactive communication of progress to managers, Principals and their other colleagues, as appropriate.
The ability to train, mentor and supervise more junior team members, supporting their growth as they progress through the firm
A dedication to technical competence and your own continuing professional development.
Professional and friendly communication with clients and colleagues
At a senior level, we would expect the role to comprise 70-80% audit and 20-30% accounts and taxation.
Skills, knowledge and competencies:  

Proven experience planning, undertaking and completing a wide variety of accounting assignments under FRS 102 Section 1A and FRS 105, of varying sizes and complexity
A degree of exposure to group/consolidated accounts essential.
Exposure to FRS 102 and IFRS desirable, but not essential.
Proven experience planning, undertaking and finalising a variety of statutory audit assignments, compliant with ISAs
Exposure to specialist audit assignments desirable, but not essential.
Proven experience in drafting and finalising corporation tax computations for a variety of companies
Good awareness of other aspects of OMB taxation (VAT, employment and personal taxes)
Exceptional level of personal organisation, and a proven ability to manage own time and deadlines
Exceptional technical competence and experience
Demonstrate strong analytical and logical skills
Technically up to date with awareness of relevant regulatory frameworks
Unquestionable integrity, with excellent communication skills and a flexible, adaptable and committed attitude
Ability to work well within a highly professional team environment.
Robust IT skills
Able to cope with pressure
Qualifications

Hold either ICAEW or ACCA qualification with a strong academic background
Education and Training:

Should possess a minimum of 3 years practical experience in a similar practice based role.
Technical Research and other training as required
Please only apply for this position if you have the accountancy practice experience our client is seeking.

If you wish to be put forward for this role, please apply and contact Matt Byrne-Fraser @ Spencer Clarke group

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