Accounts Technician

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Technician who is part qualified ACA / ACCA or AAT Level 4 with accounts experience in a practice environment based out of the Watford office. This is permanent position on a hybrid model with days in the office.

Role responsibilities:

* Preparation of accounts and VAT returns for Sole Traders, Company and Partnerships.

* Preparing personal and corporation tax returns.

* Client management accounting (Xero, Sage and QuickBooks knowledge preferred but not essential).

* Accurate data entry input and updating

* Processing Journals and finalising Accounts.

* Managing accounts work by others including outsource providers

The ideal candidate

* Part qualified ACA or ACCA (continuing with studies is not required) or AAT Level 4 or qualified by experience.

* Educated to BTEC or A' Level standard.

* Accounts experience in a practice environment.

* IT competent.

* The ability to work on own initiative and be flexible.

* The ability to prioritise and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

The package will include:

* Annual Christmas Bonus equivalent to 1 week's salary.

* Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme (Employer: 5%; Employee: 3%) subject to eligibility.

* Private Medical Insurance following completion of 3 months service (this is a taxable benefit).

* Death in Service scheme cover (4x salary).

* Group Income Protection Scheme (non-contributory) following completion of 3 months service.

* Annual Leave will be 23 days per annum (pro rata). 3 days are normally taken at Christmas/New Year