A wonderful opportunity to join Warwickshire’s Award winning firm of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers

Experienced Bookkeepers

Leamington, Nuneaton and Stratford

Due to the expansion of our outsourced bookkeeping services department we are looking for experienced bookkeepers to join our friendly and supportive client services team.

The role will include:

• Liaising with our SME clients to obtain relevant information for preparation of computerised bookkeeping records
• Desktop and cloud based computerised bookkeeping and ledger maintenance
• Preparation of VAT returns
• Assisting clients with bookkeeping queries

What we are looking for:

• Ideally at least two years experience in a freelance or practice environment
• Fully computer literate, including excellent Microsoft Office skills
• Understanding of systems such as Sage and Xero accounts
• Cloud Accounting experience would be advantageous
• Excellent telephone manner with good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work effectively

Full or part time hours considered

If you believe you have the attributes we are looking for please contact Trevor Day, Head of Client Services at trevor.day@burgisbullock.com.

Accounts / Personal Tax Manager

(Full-Time position)

We currently have a vacancy in our Leamington office for a senior accountant with a minimum three years’ recent experience in an accountancy practice and who wants to join a growing firm with excellent career opportunities. The role is suitable for an AAT/ACCA qualified individual or someone with significant on-the-job accounts and tax experience.

Study support will be given to the successful candidate in pursuing further professional qualifications if desired. Salary appropriate to experience.

Your duties will include:

• Preparation and review of unincorporated accounts for Sole Traders, Partnerships and Trusts
• Responsibility for training junior members of staff
• Managing a portfolio of personal tax clients and maintaining client relationships
• Preparation and review of personal and partnership tax returns
• Dealing with HMRC enquiries and ad hoc personal tax advisory work
• Use of CCH software and Xero accounts programmes

Audit Trainee

(Full-Time position)

Do you have excellent numerical skills and a flair for analysing data and problem-solving skills?

We are seeking a highly motivated and organised individual who is able to work on their own initiative and has the ability to communicate at all levels.

Working alongside our team of senior auditors, the role will include working to tight deadlines including the ability to check financial records to ensure they confirm with business and accountancy regulations and ethics. A driving licence is essential along with your own transport. A sense of humour is also desired.

Preferably the successful candidate will have one years’ experience within an accountancy practice or an office environment. However all levels of experience will be considered. The role may involve working in Burgis & Bullock’s other external offices and client premises to attend meetings or work with other members of the team.

The position will provide full on the job training and a study package for AAT and further professional qualifications. Training provided in all aspects of accountancy including taxation, audit, bookkeeping and preparation of final accounts.

If you believe you have the attributes we are looking for and would like to join our friendly team, we would love to meet you.

Contact Kate King, Corporate and Specialist Services on 01926 451000 or by email at kate.king@burgisbullock.com or in writing to:

Burgis & Bullock, 23-25 Waterloo Place, Warwick Street
Leamington Spa CV32 5LA

Accounts Assistant

What we are looking for

Burgis & Bullock are looking for an Accounts Assistant ideally with experience working in an accountancy practice; or having worked with accounts preparation on a self-employed basis. You must be AAT qualified/part qualified or qualified by experience and have a knowledge of preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships and Limited Companies.

What we can offer you

Burgis & Bullock are a modern, forward thinking accountancy practice based throughout Warwickshire and we work with clients across the UK. We can offer you opportunities to develop your knowledge and career.

We aim to be at the leading edge of accountancy and understand the importance of a great team to providing a fantastic service to customers, this is why we focus on a fun, friendly and professional working environment.

We offer a competitive salary, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time roles) and a company pension scheme.

We are advocates of the latest technology to make life easier for our team as well as for our clients.

The opportunity and role

Based in our Nuneaton Office, the role will primarily include the preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships and some smaller Limited Company’s as well as dealing with ad-hoc accounting and bookkeeping work for clients when required.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparation of statutory annual accounts for sole traders, partnerships and Limited Companies.
• Preparation of draft tax computations for the above
• Bookkeeping
• Ad hoc duties as required

To be considered for this role:

• Bookkeeping and VAT experience is essential
• Previous experience in a Practice environment, or evidence of relevant self employment is preferred
• Cloud Accounting Experience would be advantageous.
• Excellent IT skills are fundamental to the role, particularly Excel.
• Ideally 2+ years of practical experience
• Proven ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.

To apply please submit your up to date CV along with a cover letter.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent