SOPHER + CO LLP is looking for employees for positions:
senior accountant
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
full-time
Benefits
mutual
Salary
salary
Responsibility
preparation of statutory accounts, corporation tax returns and income tax returns, and filing thereof
taking incomplete records to final accounts productions without supervision
review of taxation notices and prepare correspondence to clients
preparation of management accounts and reconciliations
provide full client liaison on updates, queries and preparing management accounts and cash flows
liaise with various providers and statutory authorities on behalf of clients, under instruction
any other ad hoc duties assigned by the Manager
about you
Requirements
ability to complete and review accounts files quickly and efficiently
proficient experience with Sage Line 50 accounts and Xero
proven ability to complete a full set of accounts to completion
exceptional communication and inter-personal skills at all levels
strong time management and organisational skills
ability to work autonomously
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credit controller
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
full-time
Benefits
mutual
Salary
salary
Responsibility
perform day to day credit control function, including telephoning clients regarding outstanding invoices, and taking credit card payments over the phone
managing legal action against debtors as appropriate
maximisation of cash flow through appropriate collection of invoices
ensuring statements are sent promptly
responding to liquidators when required
negotiate payment plans with clients
to assist with other ad-hoc tasks within the finance team
about you
Requirements
reliable and organised
patient and with the ability to remain calm under stressful situations
analytical skills and thorough attention to detail
the ability to listen and negotiate with clients
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supervisor
Working hours
full-time
full-time | Permanent
Benefits
mutual
Salary
salary
Responsibility
preparation of year end accounts and managerial reports for a diverse range of clients
preparation of statutory accounts, corporation tax returns and income tax returns, and filing thereof
supervise, train and mentor team members
review of taxation notices and prepare correspondence to clients
review and prepare financial statements for diverse range of client assignments as required
review of taxation notices and prepare correspondence toclients
preparation of management accounts and reconciliations
acquire a working knowledge of the client’s business
Requirements
ACA/ACCA qualified
intermediate to Advanced professional accounting practice experience
solid understanding of accounting software
A Degree in Accountancy or related subject
proficient experience with Xero and Sage Line 50
solid understanding of accounting and audit software
knowledge of CaseWare
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recruitment administrator
Trade
human Resources
Human Resources
Working hours
full-time | Temporary
Salary
salary
Responsibility
assisting HR department with day-to-day activities and enquires
establishing role requirements and writing Job Descriptions and Advertisements
organising the onboarding for new starters including induction
assisting with recruitment, arranging interviews, vetting documents and obtaining feedback forms
assisting with staff engagement functions and facilitating new starter events
managing staff absence records ensuring accurate recording on HR system
arranging, conducting and facilitating interviews
filing / printing / scanning / photocopying
Requirements
outstanding time management skills and ability to prioritise work
excellent work ethics
flexibility and adaptability
great attention to detail and problem-solving skills
organisational skills and the ability to multitask
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hr advisor
Salary
salary
Responsibility
establishing role requirements and writing Job Descriptions and Advertisements
screening candidates, including telephone interviews to ascertain suitability
managing the Applicant Tracking System
arranging, conducting and facilitating interviews
liaising and building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
any other ad hoc duties requested by Manager
attending recruitment fairs and networking events promoting Sopher + Co brand and opportunities
Requirements
outstanding time management skills and ability to prioritise work
excellent work ethics
flexibility and adaptability
great attention to detail and problem-solving skills
organisational skills and the ability to multitask
payroll
Working hours
part-time
full-time
Salary
salary
Requirements
working knowledge of Bright Pay
working knowledge of Bright Pay
strong payroll knowledge on maternity, paternity and sickness procedures, student loan deductions, P45/P46 procedures, payroll year end
understanding of ongoing legislative changes which affect payroll
accountancy Bureau payroll experience
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senior management accountant
Working hours
full-time
Benefits
mutual
Responsibility
preparation of monthly/quarterly management accounts, providing analysis and designated reports
manage bookkeeping services so that they are provided to clients in an accurate and timely manner
bookkeeping and VAT reporting to a high standard and maintaining client records for referral where needed
ensure all client work is completed within applicable lodgement and accounting standards and within deadlines
month/Quarter end adjustments and reconciliations
develop an ongoing, effective relationship with clients
preparation of year end statutory accounts
address client/accounting problems or issues by researching solutions on a needs basis and if necessary, liaise with other departments
Requirements
AAT qualified
ideally, previous professional practice experience
solid understanding of accounting software
good knowledge of VAT law and compliance
ability to work autonomously and unsupervised
reliable, organised and a true team player
in Return
bookkeeper
Working hours
permanent
full-time
Benefits
mutual
Responsibility
about Us
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
recording clients’ financial transactions
preparing appropriate schedules and reports as requested by Clients and Partners
completing and filing VAT returns
managing profit and loss statements and balance sheets
filing historical records and retrieving necessary documents as needed
Requirements
previous professional practice experience in a similar role
solid understanding of accounting software, including proficient knowledge of Xero, Sage Line 50 and Caseware
good knowledge of VAT law and compliance
high level communication skills
ability to work unsupervised
high level time management skills
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accounts manager
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
full-time
Salary
salary
Requirements
identifying and develop new client opportunities
ACA/ACCA qualified
reviewing and prepare financial statements for diverse range of client assignments
solid understanding of accounting and audit software
dealing with fee queries and collection of outstanding debtors
outstanding time management skills and ability to prioritise work
manage, coordinate and delegate client work to team members with an appropriate level of capability
flexibility and adaptability
apprentice
Working hours
full-time | Part-time | Permanent
Benefits
mutual
Salary
salary
Responsibility
act as the point of contact and provide general support for internal and external clients
arranging and processing tracked and special deliveries & organising couriers
organise and schedule appointments/meetings
distribute email, correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms
photocopying, scanning and printing duties, electronic filing
order office/kitchen supplies and milk, ensuring sufficient stock of supplies in each kitchen each day, Research new deals and suppliers
liaise with senior and executive management to handle requests and queries
maintaining general tidiness, cleanliness & replenishment of meeting room supplies of meeting rooms and general areas. At present across three different sites
Requirements
excellent communication skills both spoken and written
accurate keyboard skills, both written and numerical
exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with people at different levels
good time management skills and ability to prioritise work
great attention to detail, resourceful problem-solving skills with a good degree of initiative
have an organised approach to your work and ideally have experience in working to strict deadlines
be comfortable in administering repetitive tasks on some occasions, although we will make every effort to vary your workload