Senior Qualified Accountant

Senior Accountant Accounts Office Manger (ACA or ACCA Qualified)Job Location: LeedsSalary: Competitive + benefits including flexi-time, company pension, health care schemeMy client is seeking a highly motivated, ambitious ACA or ACCA qualified accountant to join their Leeds based accounts team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in an accountancy practice and will work both autonomously and as part of a team to deliver accounting and advisory services to a range of clients. Main DutiesManaging a portfolio of clients comprising incorporated businesses, although experience of unincorporated businesses and individuals would be advantageousResponsibility for all compliance matters for clients – annual accounts and corporation tax returnsPersonal tax planning for individualsResponsibility for client billing and co-ordinating all services delivered to clientsReviewing work performed by other team members and assisting with staff trainingBeing the main relationship contact for clientsPromotion of the Accounts team internally and externally - with clients, professional contacts and potential clientsPlanning and organising workflow within the departmentPerson SpecificationEducation/Qualifications:Applicants must be either ACA or ACCA qualified. Practice experience is essential. Key Skills:Excellent communication skills, both oral and writtenDrive and ambition to work within a progressive and commercial environmentExcellent organisational abilityHighly numerate and analyticalA strong attention to detailAbility to manage a teamStrong interpersonal skillsMarketing experienceBusiness Development and Cross-SellingThis is a permanent, full time role (37.5 hours per week)The ideal candidate will hold a driving licence and have their own transport, as travel to client/contact meetings is required.