Vacancy Name

Semi-Senior Accountant- Haywards Heath




Vacancy No

VN2299




Employment Type

Permanent




Duration

N/A




Location City

Haywards Heath




Location Country

United Kingdom




Company Description

Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.




Description

As an Accounts Semi-Senior, you will support the accounts team in preparing financial statements, tax returns, and management accounts for a portfolio of clients.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for career growth within a dynamic and supportive environment, allowing you to develop your skills and progress in the field of accountancy.




Key Responsibilities

• Represent Xeinadin to clients, ensuring day-to-day tasks are completed with a focus on excellence, innovation, and future-oriented solutions.

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, providing them with professional advice and maintaining high standards of customer service.

• Ensure that all accounts work is completed to the highest standard, meeting deadlines and adhering to technical and regulatory standards.

• Collaborate with senior team members to ensure client deliverables are met within agreed timelines and budgets.

• Contribute to team activities and improvements in workflows to enhance business and client service standards.

• Participate in continuous learning and professional development to maintain and update technical knowledge and comply with CPD requirements.

• Preparation of year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.

• Assisting with the preparation of corporation tax and VAT returns.

• Prepare financial accounts for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion.

• Handle personal and corporation tax computations as part of the account's preparation process.

• Assist in planning and executing audit engagements, including fieldwork and supporting senior team members in managing audits from start to finish.

• Support junior team members, offering guidance and training to help them develop their skills and progress in their roles.




Key Requirements

• Part AAT/ACA/ACCA qualified, or equivalent (or actively working towards qualification).

• Previous experience within an accountancy practice.




Additional Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and colleagues.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• Strong attention to detail and a focus on quality and accuracy.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to understand client needs and deliver professional, high-quality service.

• A dependable, self-motivated team player, able to manage tasks with minimal supervision.

• Demonstrates high levels of confidentiality and adheres to professional ethical standards.




Model

Hybrid




Salary

Competitive




Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme

• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority

• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum

• Business closure over Christmas*

• Life Assurance x4 annual salary

• Enhanced family leave policies

• Enhanced Company Sick Pay

• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support, free and confidential

• Corporate Discounts Platform



Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:

• Critical Illness Cover

• Cash plan

• Cycle to work

• Eye care

• Dental

*subject to exceptions and business needs