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Vacancy Name: Accounts Senior - Cardiff
Vacancy No: VN822
Employment Type: Permanent
Duration: N/A
Location:
- City: Cardiff
- Country: United Kingdom
Company Description
Xeinadin was established in 2019 when more than 100 successful, independent, business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It is our people who help drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting the individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 1800 colleagues operate in collaboration across the Group, combining collective expertise to maximise our people’s potential. As part of one Xeinadin, our colleagues are able to draw on expertise and support from across our UK, Ireland and central teams, as well as benefitting from being a part of their local communities.
Description
The role of a Senior is to prepare accounts, tax returns, management accounts, VAT returns, payroll, and review work for portfolio managers. They will represent Xeinadin to the client ensuring that the day to day is delivered ensuring a focus on innovation and the future. In this role, you will work within a well-established team, providing high-quality accounting and financial services to our diverse range of clients.
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Key Responsibilities
- Managing a dynamic portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all financial reporting and submissions.
- Preparation and submission of year-end accounts, Corporation Tax Computations, VAT Returns, and Confirmation Statements with precision and efficiency.
- Build strong relationships with new and established clients. Overseeing client payroll on a weekly, monthly, and yearly basis.
- Managing client expectations, arranging closing meetings to finalise accounts.
- Mentoring and guiding junior team members, fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and excellence.
- Utilising your expertise in accounting software such as Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks to streamline processes and enhance client experiences.
Key Requirements
- The successfully appointed individual will be a qualified practice accountant (ACCA/ACA/AAT) or qualified by experience.
- To be considered for the role you must have previous demonstrable and practical experience in a similar Senior role in an Accountancy Practice.
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Additional Requirements
- Experience in managing and/or mentoring junior members of a practice team, with a focus on driving results and exceeding expectations.
- Proficiency in navigating professional regulations and best practices, with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and making a positive impact.
- Self-motivation, attention to detail, and adaptability to evolving business requirements.
Model
Hybrid
Salary
Competitive
Benefits
- Company Pension Scheme
- 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
- Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
- Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
- Business closure over Christmas*
- Life Assurance x4 annual salary
- Enhanced family leave policies
- Enhanced Company Sick Pay
- Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential
- Corporate Discounts Platform
- Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:
- PMI single or family
- Critical Illness Cover
- Cash plan
- Cycle to work
- Eye care
- Dental
*subject to exceptions and business needs
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