Interim Practice Accountant
Posted Today by HAYS
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Manchester, Lancashire, UK
Summary: The role of Interim Practice Accountant involves providing hands-on support to a small accountancy practice during a period of increased workload. The successful candidate will be responsible for accounts preparation, client management, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. This position requires a qualified accountant with experience in practice environments and strong communication skills. The role offers flexible working options to accommodate various needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparation of statutory accounts for a portfolio of clients (sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies)
- Preparation and submission of VAT returns
- Assisting with management of accounts production where required
- Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and provide advice
- Supporting personal and corporate tax compliance work
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records
- Assisting with workflow management to meet deadlines
- Supporting partners with ad hoc financial and practice-related tasks
Key Skills:
- Qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience (ACA/ACCA/AAT or equivalent)
- Proven experience working in an accountancy practice environment
- Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and relevant accounting standards
- Experience with VAT and basic tax compliance
- Competent user of accounting software (eg Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple client deadlines
- Excellent communication skills with a professional client-facing approach
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Salary (Rate): £300.00 Annual
City: Manchester
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Your new company
We are seeking an experienced Interim Accountant to support a small accountancy practice during a period of increased workload/transition. The successful candidate will provide hands-on support across accounts preparation, client management, and general practice delivery, ensuring high-quality service to the client base.
Your new role
Key Responsibilities
- Preparation of statutory accounts for a portfolio of clients (sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies)
- Preparation and submission of VAT returns
- Assisting with management of accounts production where required.
- Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and provide advice
- Supporting personal and corporate tax compliance work
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records
- Assisting with workflow management to meet deadlines
- Supporting partners with ad hoc financial and practice-related tasks
What you'll need to succeed
- Qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience (ACA/ACCA/AAT or equivalent)
- Proven experience working in an accountancy practice environment
- Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and relevant accounting standards
- Experience with VAT and basic tax compliance
- Competent user of accounting software (eg Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple client deadlines
- Excellent communication skills with a professional client-facing approach
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available.
What you need to do now
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