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Ballards LLP

Business Services Associate

Hampton Lovett
Posted 3 months ago
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Primary Purpose of Role

To prepare accounts, Corporation tax and personal tax files to be reviewed by more senior members of the team. To assist managers with their portfolios when required

Key Duties:

  • Preparation of accounts, Corporation tax and personal tax returns for manager review
  • Assistance with bookkeeping and VAT returns where required
  • Assistance to portfolio holders with the compliance of their portfolios where required.
  • Provide coaching to junior members of the team, acting as buddy to new starters
  • Encourage equality and diversity.

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  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent IT skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to prioritise on workload
  • Can work to deadlines
  • Knowledge of the role of an accountant and their benefit to the organisation.
  • Eager to develop career in a professional firm

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About the rewards

  • 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • Career progression
  • Electric Car scheme
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Group Personal Pension Plan
  • Flexible Holiday Purchase Scheme
  • Enhanced Family Pay – maternity, paternity, parental, and compassionate leave
  • Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential helpline as well as online support
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Skills

Accounts Preparation
Corporation Tax
Personal Tax
Bookkeeping
VAT Returns
Organizational Skills
Interpersonal Skills
IT Skills
Attention To Detail
Workload Prioritization
Deadline Management
Coaching

Location

Hampton Lovett, England, United Kingdom

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