About the job
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Lead Accountant to join our dynamic team at OnlyExperts. This is a unique opportunity for a professional who thrives in a fully remote environment and is ready to take full ownership of their client portfolio.
Job Responsibilities:
- Bookkeeping & Operational Excellence:
- Manage all bookkeeping responsibilities for your client portfolio, ensuring accuracy and punctuality in monthly completion.
- Act as the liaison with HMRC when necessary.
- Conduct thorough reviews and reconciliations of client accounts, promptly addressing any discrepancies.
- Prepare comprehensive monthly financial reports, including profit and loss statements and balance sheets, while providing insightful analysis of trends.
- Oversee the preparation of year-end accounts, ensuring full compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines.
- Administer end-to-end payroll processes with a focus on precision and regulatory compliance.
- Client Communication & Support:
- Act as the main point of contact for bookkeeping inquiries, delivering prompt and professional responses.
- Document and escalate complex client issues to the Client Manager with context and proposed solutions.
- Process Improvement & Documentation:
- Identify workflow inefficiencies and suggest actionable improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
- Create and maintain thorough documentation of bookkeeping processes to facilitate scalability and team collaboration.
- Utilize Practice Manager software for real-time tracking and reporting of all tasks.
- Reporting & Insight:
- Provide ongoing updates to the Client Manager regarding account performance and operational progress.
- Identify recurring challenges and propose strategic solutions to mitigate risks.
- Beyond Standard Bookkeeping Tasks:
- Champion the bookkeeping team by serving as the first point of contact for team-related inquiries and challenges.
- Possess full proficiency in bookkeeping software such as BrightPay, Xero, TaxCalc, Karbon, and Dext.
- Facilitate team training and address process gaps in collaboration with the Client Manager.
- Encourage a collaborative environment within the bookkeeping team, supporting problem-solving initiatives.
