Audit & Accounts Junior (AA-HY-230625)

About Us

Established in 1975, Sopher + Co is a trusted business adviser of choice for entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, high net worth individuals, professional partnerships and expats. Our roots in Elstree led to our early client base in the media and entertainment industry. Since then we have grown immensely, with our portfolio now spanning over 20 industries. Our success is within our people - with endless opportunities and open-mind approach, Sopher + Co is a place where you can drive your career and ambitions forward, sharing and promoting our commitment to excellent client experience.

Responsibilities

We’re expanding, which means we are looking for an Audit and Accounts Junior who may have recently finished their degree in either Accounting and Finance, Economics or related field. This role is ideal for someone who aspires to learning and progressing in the Audit and Accounts field as well as studying towards ACA/ACCA, with fully funded study package (including the time off to attend courses and exams). The duties will involve providing accurate accounting and assurance services to a diverse range of clients, as directed by the Manager, within budget and in accordance with firm procedures. This is a great opportunity to work with an incredibly broad range of clients. Other duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with accounts preparation for Limited companies, Sole traders and Partnerships
• Analysing data to form the basis of the accounts
• Manage bookkeeping services in an accurate and timely manner
• Complete VAT returns and file VAT returns online
• Ensuring all client work is completed within applicable reporting deadlines and client requests
• Ensuring all jobs are completed within specific budgets, keeping Manager informed at all times of progress of job
• Work closely with Management to assist in developing ongoing effective relationships with clients, and ensure retention of clients
• Keep abreast of developments in audit, accounting, taxation and relevant computer software
• Assisting with ad-hoc duties as and when is required
  
  

About you

Skills

You will be confident in working to a high standard, have excellent communication skills and a flexible approach to your work. Additionally, we’d like you to have/be:

• Working towards a professional qualification (desired)
• Ideally hold either a relevant degree in accountancy, economics or similar subject
• Competent using Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word and Outlook
• Outstanding time management skills and ability to prioritise work
• Excellent work ethics and eagerness to learn
• Great attention to detail and organisational skills
  
  

In Return

We will offer you a competitive package, including a fully funded study package towards a professional qualification, extensive benefits for you and your family, a comfortable warm and friendly environment with great people and the chance to work with some of the most prestigious clients that no other family-based firm can offer. Sopher + Co strongly believes in staff development and continuously encourage internal progression.

Sopher + Co is committed to the principle of equality of opportunity in employment and we expect all our employees to act in accordance with this policy, we recognise the key role it plays in the success of our business.