Account Assistant / Bookkeeper

📍 Location: Portsmouth

⏳ Job Type: Part-time (20 to 25 hours per week, depending on business needs)

💷 Salary: £13 to £17 per hour (depending on experience)

📅 Schedule: Monday to Friday (day shift, flexible hours available)

Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper looking to take the next step in your career? Brainwave Accountants, a well-established family-run accountancy firm in Portsmouth, is seeking a talented and detail-oriented individual to join our team. We specialise in providing professional services to SMEs, and this role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients.

What We Offer:

· A friendly and supportive working environment

· Exposure to a variety of industries and clients

· Flexibility with working hours (no weekends!)

· Great company benefits, including:

· Additional leave

· Company pension

· Free parking permit

About the Role:

As an Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper, your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and submitting year-end accounts for a range of clients
• Completing corporation tax returns for limited companies and LLPs
• Preparing Self-Assessment tax returns
• Handling VAT returns and CIS returns (calculating and submitting to HMRC)
• Managing client payroll and pension administration
• Liaising with HMRC on behalf of clients
• Carrying out bookkeeping duties for various clients
• Assisting with service charge accounts and charity accounts (desirable but not essential)
• Answering client queries via phone, email, and in person
• General office administration as required

About You:

We are looking for someone who is:

Experienced – Minimum 3 years’ experience in a UK accountancy practice

Qualified – AAT or similar accountancy qualification required

Tech-savvy – Experience with various electronic accounting software

Proactive & Organised – Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines

A Team Player – Works well in a collaborative environment

A Strong Communicator – Confident in dealing with clients professionally

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and hardworking professional who wants to develop their career in accountancy.

📩 How to Apply:

If you have the skills and experience, we are looking for, we’d love to hear from you! Send your cover letter and CV to Mrs Sabine Raza Khan at sabine@brain-waves.co.uk to apply.