Who are MHA Moore and Smalley?

MHA Moore and Smalley is a leading independent provider of accounting, business advisory and wealth management services. We have offices in Preston, Blackpool, East Midlands, Kendal, Lancaster, Liverpool, Manchester and Southport, with over 300 partners and staff advising clients across the UK. We are also part of a global network of firms, helping clients with international trade matters

Our Mission: Engage with our clients and our people to deliver technical excellence and quality in everything we do. Our Values:

Delivering outstanding client service.

Creating a friendly, positive environment

Striving to be the best we can be

Doing the right thing

Putting something back    

Why work for MHA Moore and Smalley?

We are a top 50 award winning professional services firm

Part of a national and international network of firms with global opportunities

Clear career opportunities and progression paths

Pay progression linked to role development

We have an excellent reputation for training staff in a friendly and welcoming environment

Focus on work/life balance – flexible working patterns/locations

We are accredited “Investors in People”

Great social life and involvement in community and charitable initiatives

Popular staff social club with subsidized events throughout the year

A diverse work family

Benefits package including pension scheme, life assurance, flexible benefits (such as options to buy/sell annual leave, cycle to work scheme and dental insurance)

The Role

(Key responsibilities)

Supporting our Healthcare Services team to deliver a quality service to a range of healthcare clients (including medical, dental, care homes, hospital consultants and pharmacists), the principal duties of this role will be to prepare and undertake accounts assignments for manager/director review. The key responsibilities of the role will include the preparation of:  

• Annual accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies

• Tax computations alongside the accounts work

• Superannuation certificates

• VAT returns  

You will also assist with the training and supervision of more junior staff.

Experience, Skills and Qualifications required

The successful applicant will need to be able to plan and prioritise their own workload, be able to communicate with clients and colleagues in a professional manner, and be a good team player, to ensure the team as a whole meets its objectives.  

To be considered for this position, applicants will need to possess the following:  

• AAT or be part ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

• GCSE grade B or above in Math's and English (or equivalent)

• A minimum of two years’ generalist experience in an accounts role within practice

• Good IT skills, including Word and Excel

• A driving license and a car insured for business use

Experience of medical accounts will be advantageous.