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An exciting opportunity for an experienced Practice Trained Accountant to join a successful and established independent firm of Chartered Accountants based on the Sussex coast.They are seeking someone who can develop and grow the business, manage and advance their career to a senior position. Responsibilities of the Accountant role Manage a portfolio of clients across various sectors, acting as their main point of contact Prepare and review annual statutory accounts in accordance with UK GAAP and FRS 102 Review corporation tax returns, personal tax returns, VAT returns, payroll and management accounts Ensure all filing deadlines and client deliverables are met efficiently Support clients with day-to-day queries, including tax planning, software use (FreeAgent,Xero, QuickBooks, etc.), and compliance issues Supervise, mentor, and review work completed by junior staff and trainees Liaise with HMRC on behalf of clients where required Identify opportunities for additional services and support business development Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant accounting and tax legislation Contribute to process improvement and implementation of new software. Requirements of the Accountant role Fully Qualified ACA or ACCA First-rate systems skills, QuickBooks, Xero, FreeAgent, MS Excel Highly organised with first-rate communication Benefits of the Accountant role Pension Scheme Company lunch and social drinks Holidays 23days + 8 bank holidays Hybrid working Salary dependent on experience Minimum training - practice trained Minimum experience - 2 years post qualification in a practice Minimum qualifications - ACCA/ACA qualified TPBN1_UKTJ