At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare accounts, assist with tax compliance, and support clients with accounting queries.
- Company: Established accountancy practice in Okehampton with a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, generous holiday allowance, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hybrid working and excellent employee support programmes.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and enhance your accounting skills while making a real impact.
- Qualifications: AAT Level 4 qualified or equivalent experience in an accountancy practice.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 45000 £ per year.
Senior Accounts Assistant | Accounts Assistant | Practice Accountant | Accounting Technician | Accountancy Practice
Okehampton | £35,000-£45,000 per annum DOE | Full-Time | Permanent | Hybrid & Flexible Working Available
Introduction
Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Senior Accounts Assistant to join a successful and well-established accountancy practice based in Okehampton.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant, Practice Accountant, or Accounting Technician looking to progress their career within a supportive and professional environment.
You'll work with a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, delivering high-quality accounting and tax services while continuing to develop your technical expertise.
- Key Duties
- Prepare statutory accounts for a wide range of businesses and organisations.
- Assist with personal and corporate tax compliance.
- Complete bookkeeping assignments and maintain accurate financial records.
- Prepare and submit VAT returns and associated financial information.
- Support clients with day-to-day accounting queries and provide professional advice.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Ensure work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
Requirements
Essential
- Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
- AAT Level 4 qualified or qualified through relevant practical experience.
- Experience preparing statutory accounts and tax returns.
- Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Strong communication skills with a professional and client-focused approach.
Desirable
- Experience using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero or Quick Books.
- Knowledge of bookkeeping and VAT preparation.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
- Experience managing client queries independently.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £35,000-£45,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.
- Annual salary reviews.
- Generous holiday allowance, increasing with length of service.
- Holiday carry-over scheme.
- Holiday purchase scheme.
- Pension scheme with enhanced employer contributions.
- Life assurance.
- Private medical insurance options.
- Health and wellbeing support.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.
- Employee referral and incentive schemes.
- Genuine career development opportunities within a growing practice.
Interested?
If you're looking for your next opportunity as a Senior Accounts Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Practice Accountant, or Accounting Technician in Okehampton, apply today with your up-to-date CV.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
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