Our client. a UK Top 40 Practice is looking for a proactive Accounts Assistant with the drive and expertise to take things to the next level. If you want a role where you’ll make a genuine difference – modernising systems, developing people, shaping strategy, and growing a business – then our client wants to hear from you.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the management of a portfolio of account clients ensuring timely submission of financial statements and tax returns, ensuring timely completion of work, maintaining profitability.

• Develop and maintain effective client relationships, including client facing engagements.

• Prepare financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, charities and limited companies in accordance with the relevant accounting standards.

• Support junior staff and work collaboratively with the wider team to encourage knowledge share and team growth.

• Preparation of VAT returns.

• Maintain accurate and up to date client bookkeeping records, and management accounts.

• Support the office with its ongoing firmwide digital transformation, Including the promotion of internal and external automation processes.

Skills, Qualifications and other Requirements:

• Level 4 AAT qualified.

• Demonstratable general practice experience.

• Ability to travel to client premises and between offices.

• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.

• Excellent computer skills.

• Extensive knowledge and experience of Xero accounting software.

• Ability to work as part of a team yet also work using own initiative when required.

• Good organisational and administrative skills.

• Excellent attention to detail.

Why Join Us?

We offer a competitive benefits package and a supportive work environment to ensure you excel in your role and enjoy being part of our team:

• Holiday and Leave: Holiday allowance of 31 days, inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas closure, a day off for your birthday and additional holidays after 10 & 15 years’ service.

• Free onsite parking

• Pension & Financial: Company pension scheme with employer contributions to help you plan for the future. We also offer death in service cover for your peace of mind.

• Professional Development: Continuous training in soft skills, technical knowledge, and professional development. We invest in our people and will support your career growth, including potential progression to management roles.

• Flexible Working: We offer flexible start and finish times between to suit your circumstances, plus an early finish on a Friday!

• Reward Gateway: Access to discounts from many retailers, gyms and services.

• Team Culture: Be part of a friendly, professional team that values collaboration and knowledge-sharing. You’ll join a firm where your ideas are heard and your contributions are valued