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Accounts Associate, Senior Accounts Associate – Business Services
Ballards LLP. Prepare year-end statutory accounts and supporting working papers for a range of clients .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in preparing year-end statutory accounts, corporation tax computations, and VAT returns while maintaining high standards of accuracy and client service. Strong organizational and communication skills support effective collaboration and client-focused outcomes.
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Year-End Statutory Accounts PreparationCorporation Tax ComplianceBookkeeping and VAT Return PreparationClient Liaison and CommunicationCoaching and Supporting Junior Colleagues
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Hard Skills
Accounts PreparationTax ComputationVAT Return PreparationManagement AccountsWorking PapersAttention to DetailClient Compliance AssignmentsBookkeepingTax CompliancePractice-Based Skills
Soft Skills
Organizational SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationClient-Focused ApproachCollaborative Work
Certifications & Qualifications
Part-Qualified ACAPart-Qualified ACCAAAT-Qualified
Industry Keywords
Accountancy PracticeClient PortfoliosCompliance AssignmentsTrainee DevelopmentProfessional Study
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Prepare year-end statutory accounts and supporting working papers for a range of clients
- Prepare corporation tax computations and returns, and assist with personal tax returns, for review by senior colleagues
- Undertake bookkeeping, VAT return preparation and management accounts work as required
- Liaise directly with clients to obtain information, resolve queries and ensure work progresses efficiently
- Support managers and portfolio holders in planning, monitoring and completing client compliance assignments to agreed deadlines
- Review straightforward accounts or bookkeeping work prepared by less experienced colleagues, where appropriate
- Support, coach and share knowledge with trainees and junior team members
- Maintain accurate working papers and a high standard of technical quality, attention to detail and client service
- Collaborate with colleagues across the Worcester and Droitwich offices
- Develop awareness of the wider services available to clients
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive team environment
- Identify opportunities to improve ways of working
Requirements
What you’ll need- Previous experience working within an accountancy practice (essential)
- Part-qualified ACA or ACCA, AAT-qualified, or qualified by experience with relevant practice-based skills
- Practical experience preparing accounts and supporting working papers for client review
- Working understanding of corporation tax and/or personal tax compliance, with willingness to develop across both areas
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage competing deadlines
- Confident written and verbal communication skills
- Professional, client-focused approach
- Ability to work collaboratively, take ownership of assigned work and respond constructively to feedback
- Able to work across the Worcester and Droitwich offices
- Desirable: experience preparing VAT returns, bookkeeping or management accounts
- Desirable: experience reviewing junior colleagues' work or supporting trainee development
- Desirable: exposure to more complex accounts assignments and assisting with client portfolios
- Desirable: interest in continuing professional study or developing into a more senior role
Benefits
Comp & perks- Hybrid working
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension
- Life assurance
- Electric car scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Flexible holiday purchase
- Enhanced family pay
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- Supportive colleagues and access to experienced managers, directors and partners