Accountant - Temporary

Accountant - Temporary

Posted 2 weeks ago by Chiltern Recruitment Ltd

Negotiable
Undetermined
Onsite
Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire

Summary: The role is for a temporary part-time Accountant at an Accountancy Practice, requiring immediate availability for 4-6 weeks. The candidate must be highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently while managing workloads effectively. Proficiency in cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage is essential for the position.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Preparation and submission of Self-Assessment tax returns to HM Revenue & Customs,
  • Preparation of statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies,
  • Preparation and submission of VAT returns, VAT reconciliations, and registrations/de-registrations,
  • Processing weekly and monthly payroll,
  • Full bookkeeping and general accounting duties including transaction posting, bank reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, credit control, cash flow monitoring, management accounts, and use of cloud software such as Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage.

Key Skills:

  • Qualified accountant,
  • Experience with cloud-based accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage),
  • Strong organizational skills,
  • Ability to work independently,
  • Experience in bookkeeping and general accounting duties.

Salary (Rate): £28.00 Hourly

City: Gerrards Cross

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Temporary 4-6 weeks - Office based - Immediate start

Our client an Accountancy Practice is looking for a highly organised and self-motivated Qualified candidate with the ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively. This position is part-time (3 days per week, flexible on days). You must have a good working knowledge of cloud-based accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage.

  • Preparation and submission of Self-Assessment tax returns to HM Revenue & Customs,
  • Preparation of statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies,
  • Preparation and submission of VAT returns, VAT reconciliations, and registrations/de-registrations.
  • Processing weekly and monthly payroll,
  • Full bookkeeping and general accounting duties including transaction posting, bank reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, credit control, cash flow monitoring, management accounts, and use of cloud software such as Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage.