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Vacancy Name Semi Senior - Chelmsford
Vacancy No: VN2328
Employment Type: Permanent
Duration: 7.5
Location City: Chelmsford
Location Country: United Kingdom
Company Description
Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading 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's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential. You'll gain the benefits of working for a top 20 company, whilst also benefiting from the friendly working environment of an office of 40.
Description
As an Accounts Semi-Senior, you will support the accounts team in preparing financial statements for a portfolio of clients. This position offers an excellent opportunity for career growth within a dynamic and supportive environment, allowing you to develop your skills and progress in the field of accountancy.
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Key Responsibilities
- Preparation of year-end accounts for limited companies with a small amount for sole traders and partnerships
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, providing them with professional advice and maintaining high standards of customer service.
- Preparation of a small number of VAT returns
- Liaise with HMRC and Companies House
- Ensure that all accounts work is completed to the highest standard, meeting deadlines and adhering to technical and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with senior team members to ensure client deliverables are met within agreed timelines and budgets.
- Contribute to team activities and improvements in workflows to enhance business and client service standards.
- Participate in continuous learning and professional development to maintain and update technical knowledge and comply with CPD requirements.
- Assisting with the preparation of corporation tax computations and returns
- Support junior team members, offering guidance and training to help them develop their skills and progress in their roles.
Key Requirements
- AAT/ACA/ACCA part qualified/ qualified (study support provided after successful probation period)
- 3+ years within an accountancy practice
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
- Strong time management
- Ability to Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information at all times.
- Proficiency in accounting and bookkeeping software
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Additional Requirements
- Experience of Xero & CCH is ideal but not essential
Model Office Based
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:
- Critical Illness Cover
- Cash plan
- Cycle to work
- Eye care
- Dental
*subject to exceptions and business needs
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