Total 2 Accounting / Auditing job vacancies in Portsmouth, po1 2al

Accounting Technician

Location: Portsmouth

Contract: Temporary (6 month initial)

Rate: £20 - £23 Per Hour Umbrella

Start date: ASAP

*Hybrid Working*

Contact: miraj.hussen@servicecare.org.uk

Job Description

Service Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in Portsmouth for a dedicated Accounting Technician to join the team on a temporary basis. This pivotal role involves supporting senior accountants in delivering top-notch financial management, professional advice, and accountancy services. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the financial efficiency and effectiveness of vital public services.

Main responsibilities

• Assist Senior Accountants in delivering high-quality financial management and professional advice.
• Participate in budget oversight, forecasting, and driving the budget process.
• Prepare final accounts and statutory financial statements and provide various financial analyses as requested.
• Ensure adherence to financial regulations and codes of practice.

Candidate Requirements

• Must be a qualified Accounting Technician or hold a CCAB equivalent certification.
• Proven experience in preparing budgets and assisting in the preparation of monthly budget monitoring reports.
• Experience in preparing monthly accounts, financial monitoring, and final annual accounts.
• High standard of spreadsheet skills, proficiency in Word, Outlook, and experience with financial information systems like Oracle Fusion.
• Strong organisational abilities to prioritise work and meet key deadlines efficiently.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels, including senior officers.

If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Miraj at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email miraj.hussen@servicecare.org.uk

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.

Your new company
- This firm is a team of chartered accountants and business advisers that has been serving clients in Portsmouth and the surrounding areas since 2004. The firm offers a range of services, including accounting, bookkeeping, taxation, payroll, company secretarial, business start-up, consultancy, and systems advice.
- The firm has a modern office located in the central area of Portsmouth, with easy access to public transport and parking facilities. The firm has a friendly and professional staff, who are always ready to help and support their clients.
Your new role
- Be auditor in charge, whether on site or via remote audit, ensuring work is completed by deadline and within budget
- Report directly to the Audit Manager
- Assist is the mentoring and training of juniors in the team.
- Assist with client engagement meetings
- Be involved heavily with planning, budgeting, completion and review
- Involved in complex accounts such as groups with multinational subsidiaries
- Be assisted with personal and professional development in order to reach the next level in your career
What you\'ll need to succeed
- You will be ACA or ACCA qualified or equivalent
- You will have experience of leading audits and all stages of the audit cycle from planning through to completion.
- Comfortability meeting with clients onsite
- Ability to commute to Portsmouth 3/4 days per week
What you\'ll get in return
- Competitive salary - £35,000 - £50,000 PA
- Hybrid working & Flexible working
- Ability to progress to Audit Manager, then director in growing accountancy practice
- Life assurance, pension, 4x life assurance, annual leave in the region of 23 days holiday + bank holidays
What you need to do now


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