About the Shaw Gibbs Group

Founded in 2013, Sestini & Co (Sestini) are a team who specialise in tax consultancy for expatriates and high net worth individuals. Sestini joined the Shaw Gibbs Group in August 2024, a growing top 50 accountancy practice who provide expert solutions for entrepreneurial businesses and private individuals.

Members of the Shaw Gibbs Group are committed to investment in their teams of high-quality specialists who work with the best-in-breed technology to create value for clients which exceeds expectation.

The culture of the firm is very important to us and is based on our company values of expert, respectful, innovative and collaborative. We develop high performing teams diverse in experiences, backgrounds and ideas. As a growing company, there are plenty of opportunities for development and quick progression. Our practice is known for having a friendly and supportive team culture where everyone receives training and development to increase their technical knowledge and their commercial and management skills. We put our people first and are constantly looking for ways to improve our people experience. With respectful as one of our values, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that respects, values and celebrates cultural and individual differences.

We have several offices in Central and Southern England and have ambitious plans to expand our business. To support the organisation’s growth, we have created a new opportunity for a Corporate Accounts Assistant to join our Bristol (Paulton) accounts team on a part-time basis. This role will be 18-22 hours per week, based around core working hours of 9:00am to 2:30pm (with some flexibility). This position also includes a comprehensive induction and full funding to pursue professional qualifications.

The Role

• Preparing a small portfolio of dormant accounts and ensuring completion to deadline
• Preparing and/or reviewing non-complex small company accounts and Corporation tax returns
• Drafting more complex small company accounts to be passed for completion and review by a senior team member
• Basic dividend planning, with assistance
• Drafting basic partnership and non-resident company tax returns for review prior to submission
• Use of Xero for bookkeeping assistance and updating of clients records following accounts preparation
• Assistance with providing information to our UK and US tax teams on clients’ corporate position

What We Can Offer You

• Hybrid and flexible working
• An opportunity to make a difference within a fast-growing team
• Joining a company with an exciting growth plan ahead
• Excellent work-life balance – we encourage people to leave on time
• Plenty of opportunities to increase your technical knowledge and skills
• Competitive salary and benefits package including pension, life assurance, health cash plan, retail discount scheme, electric vehicles salary sacrifice, and cycle to work scheme.
• Generous core holiday allowance plus holiday trading, flexible bank holidays and additional holiday with service
• Wellbeing programme with regular events and activities focused on your physical and mental wellbeing. We also offer all employees a Wellbeing Day each year – a day dedicated to boosting your wellbeing
• A comprehensive induction to help you get up to speed

About You

• You will be AAT Level 3/4 or ACCA/ACA Part-Qualified
• Experience preparing Company accounts using accounting software
• Preference for a University degree with at least a 2:1 or minimum 3 A-Levels (A, B, B or above) or equivalent
• Able to manage own workload and be a flexible team-player
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Able to produce high quality work in a fast-paced environment
• A confident, positive, and professional approach
• Strong IT skills, specifically Excel and able to pick up new IT packages quickly
• Strong attention to detail
• The following would be desirable, but is not required:
  1. Knowledge and experience of VAT
  2. Knowledge of basic LLP Accounts
  3. Experience of clients with international elements
  4. Knowledge of Xero (training will be provided)

How to Apply

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For more information on working at Shaw Gibbs, please visit www.shawgibbs.com/careers

About us

Shaw Gibbs is an inclusive employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates by ensuring a comfortable and accessible interview experience. We understand that some individuals may have specific needs or require accommodation/adjustments during the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to ensure your recruitment experience with Shaw Gibbs is as inclusive and accessible as possible, please let us know at your earliest convenience via email.

We believe that diversity makes Shaw Gibbs a stronger firm and we look to employ people with different ideas, styles and skillsets. This diversity stimulates a rich, creative environment – one in which our people develop, and our clients enjoy enduring results. We’re committed to recruiting, promoting and rewarding our people solely based on their ability to contribute to Shaw Gibbs’ goals, without regard to their sex, gender, race, disability, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age or marital status.