At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with accounting tasks and support the Accounts Manager in a friendly team.
- Company: Join Schlich Ltd, a boutique practice of Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys.
- Benefits: Enjoy private medical insurance, a pension scheme, and study support for AAT.
- Other info: Flexible full-time or part-time hours available, with great growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Kickstart your accounting career in a supportive professional environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in accounts, GCSEs in Maths and English, and proficiency in MS Office.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 34000 £ per year.
Salary: £24,000 to £34,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications
Working pattern: Full-time or part-time, Monday to Friday
About the Role
Schlich Ltd, a specialist boutique practice of European Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys based in Littlehampton, is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join its friendly and supportive team. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their accounting career within a professional services environment.
What You'll Be Doing
- Working alongside the Accounts Manager, you will:
- Record incoming and outgoing payments and invoices in Xero
- Prepare invoices, including monthly billing, and update the case management system to reflect client billing
- Check petty cash and credit card receipts
- Prepare statements for clients with overdue payments
- Assist with VAT return preparation
- Support year-end accounting activities
- Carry out other ad hoc accounting duties as required
What You'll Bring
- Experience working within an accounts department
- GCSE passes in Mathematics and English
- Proficient in MS Word and Excel
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work using your own initiative and as part of a team
- Knowledge of accounting software, preferably Xero
- AAT Level 3 qualified, or studying towards it
What's on Offer
- Full-time or part-time hours across Monday to Friday
- Private medical insurance and eye care scheme
- Company pension scheme
- Study support for those studying towards, or looking to begin, AAT
Additional Information
Applications close Friday 21st August 2026. Schlich Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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