At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Outsourcing Team with bookkeeping and client account management.
- Company: Top 20 accountancy practice in Farnham, known for its professional environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, free parking, and potential for part-time work.
- Other info: Permanent role with excellent career growth opportunities in the professional services industry.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in a supportive team while developing your accounting skills.
- Qualifications: Minimum 2 years in accountancy, AAT Level 3, and Xero software experience.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 33000 £ per year.
As an Outsourcing Assistant in the professional services industry, you will support the Accounting & Finance department by managing day-to-day financial operations and assisting with client accounts. This permanent role in Farnham offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a professional environment.
The role is to support the Outsourcing Team in managing the bookkeeping process, which involves a lot of client contact and supporting the bookkeeping team with hands-on bookkeeping when necessary.
Key responsibilities of the Outsourcing Assistant role are:- Supporting the Outsourcing Team in managing day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients as well as reconciliations of the main control accounts, including month-end reviews.
- Reviewing client entries and advising of corrections or efficiency improvements.
- Resolving queries.
- Preparing VAT returns for review and filing of VAT returns.
- Communicating directly with HMRC when necessary, undertaking general administration tasks.
- Providing support to clients on various bookkeeping/accounts packages.
- Visiting clients on an ad hoc basis to help resolve bookkeeping issues or take on projects with clients relating to bookkeeping.
- Minimum 2 years' experience within an accountancy practice.
- AAT Level 3 and above.
- Experience of Xero software is essential (preferably Xero certified).
- Ability to work both independently, direct liaison with clients, as well as part of a team.
- VAT experience and knowledge to prepare VAT returns.
- Management accounts experience favourable.
- Personal Tax and MTD ITSA knowledge and experience favourable.
- CIS awareness.
- Positive team player.
- Accurate data entry skills with excellent knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with CCH would be advantageous.
- Competitive salary ranging from £28,000 to £33,000 per annum.
- Comprehensive benefits package (details available upon request).
- Opportunity to work in a supportive and professional environment in Farnham.
- Chances to develop your career within the professional services industry.
- Permanent role offering stability and growth potential.
- Potential to work part-time (if preferred).
- Free parking.
Outsourcing Assistant employer: Michael Page
Join a highly respected top 20 accountancy practice in Farnham as an Outsourcing Assistant, where you will thrive in a supportive and professional environment. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, this role offers excellent opportunities for career development and the chance to engage directly with clients, enhancing your skills in bookkeeping and financial operations. Enjoy the stability of a permanent position with the potential for part-time work and free parking, making it an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful employment.
