Accounts Assistant - Accountancy Pratice

Accounts Assistant - Accountancy Pratice

Full-Time 38700 - 47300 £ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage client accounts, bookkeeping, and VAT for small businesses.
  • Company: Established accountancy practice in vibrant Central London.
  • Benefits: Hybrid working, annual bonus, strong pension contributions, and more perks.
  • Other info: Great opportunity for AAT qualified candidates or those studying ACA/ACCA.
  • Why this job: Join a friendly team and gain hands-on experience in accountancy.
  • Qualifications: Experience in accountancy, attention to detail, and familiarity with Xero or Sage.

The predicted salary is between 38700 - 47300 £ per year.

### Accounts Assistant - Accountancy Pratice I’m recruiting an Accounts Assistant for an established accountancy practice in London.

Joining a friendly team, you’ll work on accounts for a range of small business clients, with a varied workload covering bookkeeping, accounts preparation and VAT.**The role will include:*** Keeping client bookkeeping records accurate and up to date.* Maintaining sales, purchase and nominal ledgers.* Preparing accounts and VAT returns for sole traders, limited companies and partnerships.* Processing journals and supporting management accounts work.* Assisting with partnership tax returns and coordinating work with colleagues and external providers.**About you**You’ll have some previous experience within an accountancy practice, good attention to detail and an organised approach to meeting deadlines.

Experience using Xero, Sage or Quick Books would be useful.

The firm welcomes applications from AAT qualified candidates, those planning on studying towards ACA or ACCA, and people qualified by experience.

This could suit someone who enjoys practical accounts work and wants a varied role within a supportive practice team.

The package includes hybrid working, an annual Christmas bonus, strong employer pension contribution and additional benefits.

Please get in touch for a confidential conversation and further details.

Location: Central London | Salary: | Job type: Permanent| Posted: 15/10/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr

Accounts Assistant - Accountancy Pratice employer: Abbeygate Search Ltd

Join a dynamic accountancy and advisory firm in Manchester that values innovation and collaboration, offering a hybrid working model to support work-life balance. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have the opportunity to lead diverse finance projects, enhance your technical skills, and build meaningful relationships with clients. Enjoy competitive benefits including private medical cover, enhanced family leave, and a clear pathway for career progression in a supportive and growth-oriented environment.

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Contact Details:

Abbeygate Search Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Accounts Assistant - Accountancy Pratice

Bookkeeping
Accounts Preparation
VAT Returns
Sales Ledger Maintenance
Purchase Ledger Maintenance
Nominal Ledger Maintenance
Journal Processing