Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Full-Time 26000 £ / year On-site
B Career Centre

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Assist with bookkeeping, VAT, payroll, and accounts preparation for diverse clients.
  • Company: Growing accountancy practice focused on career development.
  • Benefits: Full training, career progression, and study support available.
  • Other info: Friendly environment with opportunities to learn and grow in accountancy.
  • Why this job: Gain hands-on experience and work closely with experienced accountants.
  • Qualifications: Previous accounting experience or AAT studier preferred; Excel skills essential.

We are currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join a growing accountancy practice.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career and gain hands-on experience across bookkeeping, VAT, payroll, and accounts preparation.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior accountants and clients, supporting the day-to-day accounting function while continuing to build their technical knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparing bookkeeping records for a range of clients
  • Assisting with VAT returns
  • Processing invoices, receipts, and payments
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Supporting payroll processing
  • Assisting with the preparation of year-end accounts
  • Using accounting software such as Xero, Quick Books, Sage, or Excel
  • Liaising with clients to request information and resolve queries
  • Supporting senior team members with ad hoc accounting tasks

Requirements

  • Previous experience in an accounting or finance role is beneficial
  • AAT studier, graduate, or someone with practical accounting training will be considered
  • Good understanding of bookkeeping and basic accounting principles
  • Confident using Excel
  • Knowledge of Xero, Sage, or Quick Books would be an advantage
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Good communication skills
  • Willingness to learn and develop within accountancy

What’s on Offer

  • Full training and support
  • Opportunity to work with experienced accountants
  • Exposure to real client accounts
  • Career progression within the firm
  • Study support may be available for the right candidate
  • Friendly and professional working environment

How to Apply

Please apply with your CV, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail

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We think you need these skills to ace Accounts Assistant

Bookkeeping
VAT Returns
Payroll Processing
Accounts Preparation
Bank Reconciliations
Accounting Software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, Excel)
Client Liaison