We’re partnering with a growing, values-driven accountancy firm that blends traditional expertise with a forward-thinking, advisory-led approach - and they’re hiring a Part-Time Assistant Accountant to join their friendly team! Key Details * Hours: Flexible - School-hours role (approx. 9am–2/3pm), Monday–Friday or 4 days per week * Contract: Permanent, part-time * Travel: You’ll need a full driving licence and your own car What You’ll Do In this role you’ll support a portfolio of owner-managed businesses with day-to-day finance operations, including: * Bookkeeping & Reconciliations: Maintain ledgers, process invoices, and manage bank/cash reconciliations using cloud tools (Xero, Dext, FreeAgent, QuickBooks) * VAT & Tax: Prepare and file VAT returns; assist with year-end financials and corporate tax returns * Management Accounts: Help produce accurate monthly management accounts for client review * Client Liaison: Onboard new clients, liaise with HMRC and advise on best practice About You * MAAT-qualified (or working towards it) / QBE (Qualified By Experience) with solid bookkeeping and accounts-prep experience in an accountancy practice. * Meticulous attention to detail and able to balance competing client deadlines * Confident using Xero accounting software and advanced Excel * Friendly, professional communicator who builds strong client relationships * Ambitious about your own CPD and keen to stay ahead of industry developments * Full UK driving licence and access to your own car for occasional client visits What’s In It For You * Holiday: 26 days’ annual leave bank holidays (including 3 days over Christmas) * Birthday Day Off: Enjoy an extra day to celebrate * Dynamic Days: Up to 4 per year for wellbeing, personal growth, or community projects * Parking: Free onsite * Health & Wellbeing: 24/7 medical support via a healthcare app * Family Perks: Annual family English Heritage membership * Growth: CPD support, ongoing training & quarterly team events in a collaborative culture If you’re looking for a part-time role that fits school hours, lets you make a real impact for ambitious businesses, and offers genuine work-life balance - apply today