Xeinadin Group - Top 20 Accountancy Firm - UK & Ireland
Role: VAT & Cloud Accounting Manager
Group Company: Meiring & Co
Location: Hornby, Lancaster
Who Are We?
Xeinadin Group was established in 2019 when more than 100 successful, independent, business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy.
Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It is our people who help drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting the individual specialisms.
Our regional offices of over 1800 colleagues operate in collaboration across the Group, combining collective expertise to maximise our people's potential. As part of one Xeinadin, our colleagues are able to draw on expertise and support from across our UK, Ireland and central teams, as well as benefitting from being a part of their local communities.
About the Role:
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We're on the lookout for a proactive VAT & Cloud Accounting Manager to join our team, based in Hornby, on a full-time basis. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that all key departmental service and performance standards are met and that clients are completely satisfied with the quality of advice and service delivered.
In addition to completing their own workload the post holder will be required to manage and be the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, actively managing the day to day work of a small team to deliver a range of VAT and cloud accounting related activities according to current legislation and professional guidelines.
The role requires a quality focussed individual who is organised and deadline driven with a high level of technical VAT knowledge and excellent communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build good rapport with clients, with a clear understanding of client expectations and achieving high levels of client service
- Coordinate, supervise and prepare departmental work including bookkeeping, VAT return completion and draft management accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders
- Ensure correct client documentation is received in a timely and efficient manner to ensure deadlines can be met
- Schedule and coordinate own tasks and those of team members to ensure completion of jobs to agreed timescales and within set budgets
- Review team files to ensure all standards, quality and compliance requirements are met and issues identified
- Give feedback on the quality and standard of work produced by junior team members and highlight areas for development
- Ensure self and team members follow all legal and statutory requirements and keep up to date with the latest changes to process, VAT legislation, rules and regulations
- Advise clients on the setting up and development of internal systems and controls, including implementation of suitable accounting software and integrations
- Assist clients with onboarding, training and ongoing ad hoc queries in relation to cloud accounting and VAT matters
- Communicate challenges, opportunities and ideas to Directors to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the firm's service proposition and internal processes. Prepare, review and update relevant procedure notes and collaborate with colleagues to ensure knowledge is effectively shared
- Support delivery of the agreed operational KPI's
Key Requirements:
- AAT Level 4 (or equivalent) desirable but not essential
- Extensive bookkeeping and cloud accounting experience within public practice together with a sound technical knowledge of VAT
Additional Requirements:
- Integrity and confidentiality
- Excellent attention to detail with ability to prioritise, multi-task and maintain accuracy under pressure
- Well-developed interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with clients and colleagues
- Analytical and empathetic with ability to solve complex problems
- Excellent IT skills and enthusiasm to embrace new technologies and working practice
Why Choose Us:
- Join a dynamic team at the forefront of the industry.
- Access comprehensive on-the-job training and career development opportunities.
- Engage with a diverse range of clients to expand your skill set.
- Enjoy a competitive benefits package.
Join Our Team:
At Xeinadin Group, we're not just a company - we're a thriving community of dedicated professionals committed to driving success. If you're ready to take your career to new heights and make a meaningful impact, seize this opportunity and send your application today.
