Tax Assistant Job Reference: 560 Louth

Job Title:               Tax Assistant                       Job Reference: 560

Location:              Lout

Job Type:             30 Hrs a week

Salary:                   Competitive Salary

Job Summary:

We are looking for an enthusiastic Tax Assistant to join our friendly team at our Louth office reporting directly to Partner. The position encompasses both managing your own portfolio and responsibility for all personal, partnership and limited company tax compliance work.

Key responsibilities are:

·         Managing own portfolio of tax clients

·         Responsible for preparation of all office Personal and Partnership SATR’s

·         Dealing with day to day client and supporting staff on tax queries

·         Managing the tax workflow of the office and staff training

·         Other duties in support of the Practice as required by the Partners

·         The successful applicant should ideally be ATT qualified or by experience with a practice background and experience of staff management. You will have good time management skills, be able to work efficiently to meet targets and deadlines and communicate effectively.

You must also be able to demonstrate:

·         Knowledge with Microsoft Office, including Excel, is essential

·         Use of Iris tax modules would be advantageous but not essential

In addition to a competitive salary, pension and private health care, this role offers solid career progression opportunities within the firm and the chance to work with a friendly and sociable team.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualities to fill this post, please send your CV with covering letter stating why you are the right person to fill this position, to kay@horncastlerecruitment.co.uk 

Senior Accountant / Client Manager Job Reference: 558 Boston

Job Title:               Senior Accountant / Client Manager                            Job Reference: 558

Location:              Boston

Job Type:             37.5 Hrs a week

Salary:                   Competitive Salary

Job Summary:

We are looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic full-time senior accountant to join our friendly team at our Boston office, reporting direct to partner level.

In addition to a competitive salary, this role offers solid career progression opportunities within the firm, good technical exposure to accounts/tax work and the chance to work with a friendly and sociable team.

Key duties:

Managing a varied portfolio of clients

Review of accounts and tax computations/returns for a variety of clients; (Some preparation of accounts and tax work)

Responsible for ensuring all month end submissions and deadlines are met

Work closely with your clients building and maintaining solid relationships

Dealing with day to day client and team queries

Other duties in support of the practice as required by the partners

Requirements:

ACA or ACCA qualified with minimum 5 years practice experience

Ability to work unaided to strict deadlines

A high level of technical knowledge, (including FRS 102/105)

Punctual, reliable and with excellent communication skills

Computer literate with significant knowledge of Microsoft Office and bookkeeping software such as Sage, Xero and Quickbooks

Use of Iris accounts production suite would be advantageous, but not essential

What you will gain by working with us:

Client focused practice committed to adding value and being a “business partner to clients”.

Friendly and sociable team!

Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

Excellent future prospects within the group and management of your own client portfolio

If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualities to fill this post, please send your CV with covering letter stating why you are the right person to fill this position, to kay@horncastlerecruitment.co.uk 

Temporary Delivery Person Job Reference: 556 Near Horncastle

Job Title:               Temporary Delivery Person                                                             Job Reference: 556

Location:              Near Horncastle

Job Type:             2 full days per week

Salary:                   Hourly rate depends on age and experience

Job Summary

A local business requires a temporary driver to deliver around Horncastle, this is initially a seasonal position running until the end of March / April.

The delivery days would be full days on Tuesday & Thursday.

The position would suit someone that has a good working knowledge of the road network in the area, is comfortable dealing directly with customers and is trustworthy and reliable.  You will also need to be physically fit, enjoy driving and have a happy disposition as well as being willing to muck in with other jobs in the yard when there are fewer deliveries to be made.

The Right Candidate

·         Must have a driving licence

·         Comfortable to learn how to operate a mini crane for loading/unloading

·         Prior experience of towing would be an advantage

·         Experience of operating machinery would also be advantageous

·         Used to dealing with and communicating with customers effectively

·         Happy to get involved in other activities/jobs as required e.g. yard work, washing down & vehicle maintenance

If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualities to fill this post, please send your CV with covering letter stating why you are the right person to fill this position, to kay@horncastlerecruitment.co.uk 

Job Title: Qualified or Part-Qualified Accountant Job Reference: 556 Stamford

Job Title: Qualified or Part-Qualified Accountant Job Reference: 556

Location: Stamford

Job Type:Full-time

Salary: Dependent on experience

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for undertaking the preparation of client accounts and assisting with the provision of a comprehensive accounting and business advisory service to a portfolio of clients; and alsofor contributing significantly to the on the job development of technicians and trainees.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The preparation and/or audit of client accounts, up to final stage dependent on the complexity of the business, for approval/ signing off by Manager / Director.

This will normally involve preparation of draft accounts suitable for client meeting with Manager and/or Director and subsequent completion thereof.

The provision of a range of other services to clients as required e.g. general book keeping, VAT Returns, assistance with accounting software, taxcomputations, again for approval by Manager / Director or under the supervision of Manager.

To adhere to the procedures which provide a clear framework for all members of the department to ensure effective scheduling, allocation and completion of work (such procedures to be amended and updated as required from time to time).

To constantly review the work undertaken and refer to Manager/Director any Compliance issues or opportunities for cross selling of other services within the group.

To develop and maintain a good working relationship with clients to gain their respect, and to know your own limitations in advising the client on accounting matters.

To assist with on the job training of technicians and trainees whilst at the same time meeting work priorities. Monitor progress of work tasked to trainees and technicians, review and provide appropriate feedback in accordance with department procedures.

To promptly report to Manager any concerns which may affect the firm’s client relationship e.g. money laundering, unethical business practice, complaints etc.

To respect client confidentiality and report any issues which may affect client relationships to their senior/manager.

Person Specification

Part / fully Qualified AAT or ACA or ACCA qualified or qualified by experience e.g. approx. 3 yearsgeneral practice experience.

Must be able to prepare accounts independently to final stage.

Must be able to demonstrate effective client inter-personal skills.

Must be able to actively manage own workloads and take responsibility for own development.

Must possess IT skills to operate in- house programs and prepare and develop spreadsheets as necessary.

Must be fully conversant with accounts preparation programs.

Must possess a good working knowledge of accounting standards and the accounting provisions of the Companies Act, and relevant taxation matters.

Job Title:Accounts Supervisor Job Reference: 555 Lincoln

Job Title:Accounts  Supervisor Job Reference: 555

Location:Lincoln

Job Type:Full-time

Salary:Dependent on experience

JOB SUMMARY:

The Accounts Supervisor is responsible for supervising/assisting other team members with ad-hoc queries and training. Whilst not assisting the team they will be undertaking the preparation, some reviewing and completion of client accounts as well as assisting with the provision of a comprehensive accounting and business advisory service to clients.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

To supervise and assist other team members of the accounts team with adhocqueries and on the job training whilst at the same time meeting work priorities.

The preparation of client accounts, up to final stage dependent on the complexity of the business, for approval/ signing off by their manager or director.

To review the worktheyand the team are undertaking and refer to theirmanager/director any tax compliance issues or opportunities for cross selling of other services within the group.

To develop and maintain a good working relationship with clients to gain their respect, and to know their own limitations in advising the client on accounting and tax matters.

To promptly report to their manager/director any concerns which may affect the firm’s client relationship e.g. money laundering, unethical business practice, complaints etc.

To respect client confidentiality and report any issues which may affect client relationships to their senior/manager.

Person Specification

Must be AAT or ACA or ACCA qualified or qualified by experience e.g. approx. 3

years general practice experience.

Must be confident in supervising and training other members of the team

Must be able to prepare accounts to final stage.

Must be able to demonstrate effective client inter-personal skills.

Must be able to actively manage own workloads and take responsibility for own development.

Must possess IT skills to operate in-house programmes and prepare and develop spreadsheets as necessary.

Must be fully conversant with accounts preparation programmes.

Must possess a good working knowledge of accounting standards and the accounting provisions of the Companies Act.

What we can offer:

Career progression

Flexible working

Childcare Vouchers

Company pension scheme

Permanent Health Insurance

Annual holiday purchase/sell scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Job Title: Paint Prepper / Polisher Job Reference: 553 Tooting

Job Title: Paint Prepper / Polisher             Job Reference: 553

Location: Tooting

Job Type: Full time

Salary: Based on experience up to £13.00 per hour

Car body paint prepper/polisher required for full-time vacancy. You will be familiar with prepping cars for painting as well as polishing them and the process within the accident repair centre. Prepper/Polisher Key Tasks: ·Prepare vehicles to be sprayed/Polishing ·Mix paint to ensure a perfect match Prepper/Polisher Experience and Requirements: The Ideal applicant will be able to produce a high quality of paint spraying from start to finish and you must have experience in water-based paints. You will be an experienced Vehicle Paint Prepper/Polisher with a stable history and ideally hold a City Guilds qualification or equivalent. ATA qualification is desirable but not essential for this role. You will work to a high standard and demonstrate a sound up-to-date knowledge of vehicle repair techniques.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualities to fill this post, please send your CV with covering letter stating why you are the right person to fill this position, to kay@horncastlerecruitment.co.uk

Accountant Manager Job Reference: 552 Lincoln

Job Title: Accountant Manager Job Reference: 552

Location: Lincoln

Job Type: Full time

Salary: Dependent on experience

JOB SUMMARY:

The manager is responsible for contributing significantly to the provision of a

comprehensive accounting and business advisory service by supporting other managers

as and when needed whilst their own portfolio is being built up. The manager will

ensure staff under his/her control receive on the job training and support to meet

business and personal goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. The completion of client accounts to strict deadlines following initial preparation by junior staff, for final signing off by a director.

2. To grow their own client portfolio through transferring of clients from other managers and new clients taken on by the office directors and potential leads.

3. Reviewing client accounts to ensure there are tax compliance and planning for both the business and the individual(s), where appropriate involving the firm ’s tax specialists including VAT.

4. When required to assist with/advise on the preparation of client management accounts.

5. To manage all client queries within the portfolio of accounting and audits.

6. Where necessary to provide effective guidance to the client on costs and business planning issues.

7. To develop and maintain a close working relationship with clients to gain their respect and understand their business, and also to identify any opportunities for cross-selling of other group services.

8. To develop a team of staff under the manager’s control through supporting and assisting them to achieve agreed targets in their performance and development. Conduct performance appraisals when necessary.

9. To ensure that all technicians and trainees within his/her department receive effective on the job training and experience to complement their studies, whilst at the same time meeting work priorities.

10. To provide technical support to all staff when required.

11. To attend relevant networking events and prospect meetings to help enhance the

12. firm’s reputation and where possible introduce new clients.

13. To keep up to date with technical matters by reading and attending relevant training courses.

14. To promptly report to their Director any concerns which may affect the firm ’s client relationship e.g. money laundering, unethical business practice, complaints

etc.

15. To respect client confidentiality and report any issues which may affect client relationships to their Director.

16. To manage, support and review the work of the Bookkeeping team as well as accounts team to meet business and personal goals.

Person Specification

17. Must be ACA or ACCA qualified or qualified by experience e.g. approx. 5 years general practice experience.

18. Must be able to demonstrate effective staff management and communication skills.

19. Must be able to demonstrate effective client inter-personal skills including the management of client expectations.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualities to fill this post, please send your CV with covering letter stating why you are the right person to fill this position, to kay@horncastlerecruitment.co.uk