Accounts Technician in Sherborne

A varied role can make all the difference when you're looking for your next move in accountancy practice, particularly when it gives you the opportunity to work closely with clients and build experience across a broad range of accounting work.

Trial Balance are working with a well-established accountancy practice, who are looking for an Accounts Technician to join the team in their office based near Sherborne. This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant with a broad skill set who enjoys a mixture of accounts preparation, bookkeeping and client contact.

As Accounts Technician, your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing year-end accounts for a varied portfolio of clients
• Completing bookkeeping assignments and maintaining accurate financial records
• Preparing VAT returns and supporting clients with their ongoing accounting requirements
• Dealing directly with clients and responding to queries in a professional and timely manner
• Assisting with tax and other compliance work where required
• Building strong relationships with clients and developing a good understanding of their businesses
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure assignments are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines

As Accounts Technician, you'll bring:

Previous experience gained within an accountancy practice environment, together with a good grounding across accounts preparation and bookkeeping.

You'll be confident working independently, organised in your approach and comfortable dealing directly with clients. Strong communication skills, attention to detail and a willingness to support the wider team will all be important.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountancy practice accountant who enjoys variety and wants to work in a role combining accounts, bookkeeping and regular client contact.