Assistant Accountant - £32K - £35K - Salary dependent on experience An independent accountancy practice is looking to recruit an Assistant Accountant to join its team, offering exposure to a varied client base and a broad mix of accounting work across different industries. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with existing experience who is looking to build on their skills within a supportive practice environment. Whats on Offer Exposure to a varied client base across different industries Broad, hands-on experience across accounts, VAT and financial reporting Opportunity to develop within a supportive practice environment A well-rounded role with client interaction and responsibility The Role Assist with month-end and year-end processes, including management accounts preparation Post journals (accruals, prepayments, adjustments) Prepare and maintain trial balances Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies Review balance sheet accounts Prepare and submit VAT returns Support CIS and other regulatory submissions Manage purchase and sales ledger, including invoicing, payment runs and credit control Liaise with clients to request records and resolve queries Assist in the preparation of financial statements Monitor client cash flow and support short-term forecasting Maintain accurate and organised financial records What Were Looking For Previous experience within an accountancy practice or finance role AAT Level 4 (or equivalent) Strong attention to detail and numerical ability Working knowledge of Xero, QuickBooks, Sage and Excel Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines Strong communication skills and a professional approach Proactive attitude and willingness to learn Willingness to travel to client premises where required Why Apply? This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a varied client base, building your skills in a supportive practice environment.