Job Description

· Preparation of Statutory Financial Statements with supporting schedules for small and medium size businesses for external purposes for a variety of businesses in line with appropriate regulations and accounting standards in accordance with FRS102, IFRS, UK GAAP

· Preparation of CT600 Companies tax returns, VAT returns, EC sales lists and Intrastat Trade Statistics based on current legislation and liaising with HMRC on behalf of the clients

· Balance Sheet reconciliation on monthly basis

· Reviewing accounts and tax returns prepared by junior staff

· Annual budget and company's cash flow preparation

· Establishment and review of company's internal controls and procedures

· Preparation of manuals including payroll, cash handling and bank payments for clients

· Liaising with the companies' external auditors and HMRC on behalf of the clients

· Advising clients on companies' structures, Companies House and HMRC filing requirements and tax issues

· Computing taxes for incorporated businesses along with capital taxes computation in accordance with tax legislation

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· ACA/ACCA or any other relevant professional qualification · Accounting experience - at least 5 years of professional experience, including at least 2 years within a UK Accountancy Practice · Strong practical knowledge of Xero and/(or) other accounting software, · Be conversant with TaxCalc, SAGE, Quickbooks · Strong Working knowledge of tax and technical accounting standards under FRS102, IFRS, UK GAAP · Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook · Fluent English, and Russian · Excellent communication and organisation skills · Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines · Knowledge of payroll administrating is an advantage