Vacancy Name
Semi Senior - Chelmsford

Vacancy No
VN2328

Employment Type
Permanent

Duration
7.5

Location City
Chelmsford

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. You'll gain the benefits of working for a top 20 company, whilst also benefiting from the friendly working environment of an office of 40.

Description
As an Accounts Semi-Senior, you will support the accounts team in preparing financial statements 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
• Preparation of year-end accounts for limited companies with a small amount of for sole traders and partnerships
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, providing them with professional advice and maintaining high standards of customer service.
• Preparation of a small number of VAT returns
• Liaise with HMRC and Companies House
• 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.
• Assisting with the preparation of corporation tax computations and returns
• Support junior team members, offering guidance and training to help them develop their skills and progress in their roles.

Key Requirements
• AAT/ACA/ACCA part qualified/ qualified (study support provided after successful probation period)
• 3+ years within an accountancy practice
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• Strong time management
• Ability to Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information at all times.
• Proficiency in accounting and bookkeeping software

Additional Requirements
• Experience of Xero & CCH is ideal but not essential

Model
Office Based

Salary
Competitive

Benefits
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