Assistant Accountant
Near Hitchin | Hybrid Working
Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum
Permanent role – full time (slightly reduced hours considered)
About the Role
We are working with a small but growing accountancy practice near Hitchin that is looking to hire an Assistant Accountant to take ownership of the day-to-day finances for a group of creative and music-focused businesses.
This is a fantastic hands-on opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and working closely with exciting clients in the creative sector. If you have a passion for music and festivals, that’s a big plus.
The role could work well for someone studying or qualified AAT or studying towards ACCA. You could also be qualified by experience.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Managing the day-to-day bookkeeping for a group of businesses
- Handling accounts payable and receivable
- Bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records
- Ticket account reconciliations
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns
- Payroll processing
- Assisting with month-end processes and reporting
- Liaising directly with clients and stakeholders
- Supporting year-end preparation and working closely with Fractional FD
- Identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency
About You
- Good academics, potentially studying AAT or ACCA/ QBE
- Previous experience in a bookkeeping/accounts assistant or assistant account role.
- Strong understanding of day-to-day accounting processes
- Comfortable managing multiple entities or clients
- Proficient in accounting software (e.g. Xero or similar)
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Confident communicator with a proactive approach
Working Pattern & Location
- Based in Whitwell, near Hitchin – 3 days in office (rural, must be a driver)
- Hybrid working available
- Approx. 2 days per month in clients London office
Why Join?
- Work with exciting clients in the creative & music industry
- Varied role with opportunity to develop.
- Supportive, close-knit team environment
- Flexible working to support work-life balance
- Opportunity to grow and develop within a progressive practice
Apply Now
If you're a Finance professional looking for a role with variety, flexibility, and exposure to the creative industries, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or get in touch to find out more.
Assistant Accountant in Hitchin employer: STORMX RECRUITMENT LIMITED Careers
As a Lead Data Engineer at our Norwich location, you will join a dynamic and innovative team that values collaboration and creativity. We offer a supportive work culture with a strong emphasis on employee growth, providing opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a tangible impact on customer experience and business strategy. With a competitive salary and benefits package, along with a hybrid working model, we ensure that our employees enjoy a healthy work-life balance while contributing to exciting data-driven projects.
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