Senior Associate, Accounts
HybridBrentwood, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Prepare complex accounts and tax returns for sole traders, partnerships, LLPs, and limited companies in accordance with UK GAAP, requiring minimal supervision. Conduct initial reviews of simpler accounts and tax files prepared by Associates to ensure accuracy and compliance, while supporting junior staff through coaching and review. Draft proposed resolutions for non-complex technical issues using self-directed research and submit these for manager review. Liaise with clients to secure timely information and contribute to business development by engaging with marketing activities and identifying cross-selling opportunities. Complete all work within allocated time frames and budgets, proactively flagging issues that may affect timelines. The role operates on a 37.5-hour hybrid week with core hours of 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday. Candidates must hold ACA/ACCA qualifications or equivalent experience and be proficient in Xero, Sage 50, QuickBooks, and Excel.
Required Qualifications
- Experience working in an accounting practice environment
- Qualified ACA / ACCA or qualified by experience
- Proficient in Xero, Sage 50 Accounts, QuickBooks, Excel, and other accounting and tax software
- Complete all relevant CPD requirements to maintain professional competence and stay up to date with legislation, industry standards, and best practice
- Communicates verbally with confidence, adapting style appropriately to suit different audiences
- Writes clearly and effectively, distinguishing between internal communication and client-facing language
- Enjoys problem-solving, capable of independently resolving moderate issues using logical and established approaches
- Adapts professionally and flexibly to change
- Maintains an organised and thorough approach to managing your own workload
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Prepare complex accounts and tax returns accurately for sole traders, partnerships, LLPs, and limited companies in accordance with UK GAAP, requiring minimal supervision and with few review points
- Develop a thorough understanding of each client's business to provide tailored service and begin identifying potential value-added opportunities for manager consideration
- Draft proposed resolutions for non-complex technical issues using self-directed research and available tools, submitting these for manager review
- Complete all work within allocated time frames and budgets, proactively flagging any issues that may affect timelines
- Ensure system workflows are updated at every stage of the process
- Seek and act on feedback, aiming to minimise technical review points on non complex accounts and continuously improve quality
- Conduct initial reviews of simpler accounts and tax files prepared by Associates and offshore teams to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Liaise with clients to secure timely receipt of information necessary for preparing complex accounts and provide support during client meetings when needed
- Contribute to business development by engaging with company marketing activities (e.g. proposals, newsletters, LinkedIn posts) and identify potential cross-selling referral opportunities to discuss with relevant managers/teams
- Begin to build a professional network through relevant professional activities such as attending occasional external events and developing a LinkedIn presence
- Act as a positive representative of Gravita, consistently demonstrating company values in your work, communication, and interactions with others
- Support the training and development of Associates as required to build team capability
- 37.5-hour week on a hybrid basis
- Core working hours are 10am - 4pm Monday to Friday
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree preferred
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