Goldhawk Associates are working with an established regional Firm of Accountants, supporting them to appoint an Accountant working to support their owner managed business clients. Based near West Malling this opportunity can offer a nurturing environment with a supportive attitude towards development and training and where progression is encouraged. They are a niche independent tax planning and business consultancy practice in Kent. They provide integrated advice to private clients and their businesses on all aspects of tax planning, business consultancy and financial management. They focus on the planning needs of high-net-worth individuals in the following areas, Owner managers, Property investors and International clients

This role would suit and experienced part qualified accountant at the latter stages of their studies. You will work within this small but established team, you will gain exposure to a varied client base and will be engaging directly with clients so good communications skills are key.

You will be responsible for:
-Preparation of personal and corporate tax returns, computations and schedules for Manager / Partner review
-Submission of tax returns and accounts to HMRC and Companies House in accordance with established deadlines
-Proactively planning and managing the compliance needs for a portfolio of Tax, Accounts, Payroll and Company Secretarial clients ensuring that
oAll deadlines are met and
oCompletely documented on IRIS and client files
oIn accordance with established quality control standards
oAnd reasonable client service expectations
-Preparation and submission of Annual Confirmation Statements (and other Companies House compliance reporting) before established deadlines
-Handling all communications (letters, telephone calls, e mails) with clients, HMRC, Companies House and other agencies as required
-Monitoring the timely preparation and filing of VAT returns for a portfolio of clients
-Fee billing and recording time costs
-Documentation of contact with clients (meeting notes, telephone conversations etc)
-Provide Financial Advisory, Project management and consultancy services to owner managed businesses

It is essential that you have previous experience of working within an accountancy practice, be ACA/ ACCA part-qualified, full support will be offered. In turn you will benefit from:
-Outstanding personal and professional development, supporting you in achieving your professional qualification
-Exposure to a high quality and diverse HNW client base
-A high-performance culture
-Autonomy & and empowerment
-A flexible work environment
-Industry leading technology and software

Unfortunately, due to the high number of applications currently being received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.