An opportunity has arisen for a Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant to join an accounting and business advisory firm providing bookkeeping, payroll, tax, VAT, and outsourced finance services and helping startups and SMEs improve financial efficiency. As a Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant, you will manage your own portfolio of clients, delivering day:to:day financial support while ensuring accurate reporting, compliance and excellent client service. This full:time office:based role offers a salary range of GBP 28,000 : GBP 35,000 and benefits.
Responsibilities
- Managing a portfolio of business clients and acting as their primary finance contact.
- Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records and processing financial transactions.
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns, CIS returns and payroll.
- Assisting with year:end accounts and related financial processes.
- Producing management accounts and financial reports.
- Reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies.
- Responding to client queries and providing practical financial guidance.
- Monitoring workloads and ensuring key deadlines are achieved.
- Managing financial records across multiple companies while maintaining compliance.
- Liaising with clients by telephone, online meetings and face:to:face.
Qualifications
- Previously worked as a Bookkeeper, Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Junior Accountant, Practice Bookkeeper, Accountant or in a similar role.
- Have background in bookkeeping or accountancy.
- Sound knowledge of VAT, payroll, CIS, tax returns and year:end accounting procedures.
- Proficiency in Xero, Sage and QuickBooks.
- Experience managing client relationships in a professional environment.
- A proactive approach with strong organisational and problem:solving skills.
- Comfortable taking ownership of your workload and working collaboratively within a team.
- An interest in using AI and automation tools to improve efficiency and service delivery.
Benefits
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- The opportunity to build strong client relationships and take ownership of your portfolio.
- Exposure to management accounts and advisory:focused work.
- Ongoing opportunities to develop your skills and progress within the business.
If you’re looking to join a supportive accountancy practice where you can take ownership of your work and build strong client relationships, we'd love to hear from you.
Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant : Accountancy Practice employer: TipTopJob
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