Practice accountant

Astute recruitment is partnering with a leading independent practice who are looking to recruit a Practice Accountant / Manager to join as a pivotal hire into their growing Accounts team. The firm has grown organically and sustained positive growth over the last year and they are looking to complement their growth with a new Accounts professional. The firm's clients range in size; from small sole traders to medium sized businesses. The successful individual will carve an influential role, playing a major part in the future development of the firm.

Description

The key responsibilities for this Practice Accountant position at a leading accountancy firm based in Derby are:

• Manage a client portfolio including limited companies, sole traders, partnerships and individuals
• Oversee and manage all aspects of client's service delivery including preparation of year-end accounts, audit, management accounts, bookkeeping, VAT, corporation tax along with management of staff.  
• Act as the main point of contact within the firm for clients
• Review work completed by junior team members
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with new and existing clients
• Ability to multi-task and complete assignments within time constraints and set deadlines
• Working and liaising with other members of the team to provide high-quality client service;
• Develop, retain and motivate junior members of staff
• Knowledgeable of the firm's services and able to cross-sell those services into the client base.

Candidate profile

In order for candidates to be successful

• ACCA/ACA qualified or equivalent with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience
• Have proven experience of working in a practice environment
• Experience in managing a client portfolio
• Have a proven track record of establishing and maintaining strong client relationships
• Have a proactive approach to problem-solving and delivering client solutions
• Be a motivated individual and able to work alone or as part of a team
• The ability to take responsibility and use your own initiative to resolve problems and issues
• Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and clients at all levels
• Strong organisation and planning skills and attention to detail
• The ability to positively embrace changes and new challenges
• Experience of using cloud-based accounting software packages, such as Sage, Xero
• Hold a full and clean driving licence.