Accounts Assistant
- Worcestershire
- Permanent·On-site
Job Description
Accounts Assistant
Location: Worcestershire
Contract Type: Temporary
Salary: Competitive
Start Date: ASAP
The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience working within an accountancy practice who is looking to start immediately.
You will possess a solid understanding of core accounting principles, alongside exposure to basic tax compliance and self-assessment processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records
- Assisting with the preparation of VAT returns
- Supporting month-end processes and management accounts preparation
- Liaising with clients and responding to finance-related queries
- Assisting with bookkeeping duties across a portfolio of clients
- Supporting the preparation and submission of self-assessment tax returns
- Assisting with basic personal tax computations
- Maintaining client records and ensuring compliance deadlines are met
- General finance administration and ad hoc support to the wider team
Candidate Requirements
- Previous experience working within an accountancy practice is essential
- Experience of bookkeeping and management of day-to-day accounting records
- Exposure to self-assessment tax returns and basic tax compliance duties
- Proficiency with accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks or similar
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- AAT qualified or currently studying (desirable but not essential)
- Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities
What's on Offer
- Immediate start available
- Friendly and supportive working environment
- Opportunity to develop tax and accounting knowledge further
- Exposure to a varied client portfolio
If you are an experienced Accounts Assistant with accountancy practice experience and a working knowledge of tax and self-assessment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.