Position Overview & Specifications

Our lovely client in Dorking, a well established accountants are seeking a Small Accounts Manager to join their team. This is a great role for someone who has accounting experience and is seeking the next step in their career. You do not need to be fully ACCA qualified for this role.

Managing the Small Accounts Department:

Managing the department including controlling workflow, work planning and allocation, assisting and teaching students, controlling costs and liaison with clients
Attending regular manager meetings to feedback on department and student progress Preparation of accounts and tax returns
Preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships and small limited companies, including fixed assets and depreciation
Preparation of working papers to the Firm’s required standard
Obtaining relevant information and the preparation of trade and personal tax computations including capital allowance computations
Preparation of personal and partnership tax returns, including dividend income straightforward capital gains tax
Giving consideration to straightforward tax planning measures when dealing with the clients Bookkeeping and management accounts
Carrying out or assisting clients with manual or computerised bookkeeping
Preparation of VAT returns on-line
Preparation of management accounts Other compliance areas
Payroll preparation, PAYE and National Insurance
Dealing with the CIS system
Checking tax coding notices Client care and development
Meeting prospective and new (small) clients and explaining the responsibilities of self-employment
Setting up new businesses, includingAdvising H M Revenue & Customs

PAYE schemes
VAT registration
Bookkeeping advice
Setting up records on the firms computer system