Accounts Assistant Location: Bournemouth, Hybrid (3 days in the office and 2 days at home) Once probation period has been completed Ready to take your accounting career to the next level with a growing, supportive and ambitious firm? Marele Accountancy is expanding our Bournemouth team and we're on the lookout for a talented Accounts Assistant to join us full-time. About the Accounts Assistant Role: You’ll be an essential part of a close-knit, high-performing team where your skills will be valued and developed. During the probation period, the role is fully office-based to ensure you receive the best support, training and integration into our team. After successfully completing probation, you can choose between a hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 from home) or staying fully office-based — whichever suits you best— along with flexible start and finish times, giving you greater control over your working day. We’re looking for a proactive, detail-driven individual who takes pride in their work, thrives on responsibility and is passionate about contributing to a culture of excellence. What the Accounts Assistant Will Do: * Prepare and manage invoices, VAT returns, payroll and bookkeeping duties * Produce trial balances, monthly management accounts, budgets and cash flow forecasts * Carry out credit control, prepare payment runs, costings and pricing * Prepare and submit year-end accounts and self-assessment tax returns * Help configure and improve financial processes and procedures * Collaborate on a range of financial operations within the accounts department * Take on additional ad-hoc tasks as needed — no two days are the same! What We’re Looking For: * Level 4 AAT UK qualified (or ACCA UK part-qualified/qualified) * Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar accounting role in the UK * Minimum 1 year of payroll experience in the UK * Solid grasp of double-entry bookkeeping and financial accounting * Strong working knowledge of Xero, SageCloud, Sage50 Accounts and QuickBooks * Experience in the domiciliary care sector is highly desirable Accounts Assistant Key Skills: * Excellent English communication skills — written and spoken * Confident and courteous in client interactions * Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel, Outlook and Word * Highly organised with brilliant attention to detail * Self-motivated, proactive and disciplined with excellent teamwork skills * Ability to multitask, prioritise and manage a dynamic workload Accounts Assistant Essential Requirements: * Must be based in Bournemouth/Poole and have the right to work in the UK * Must be willing to work full-time from the Bournemouth office during probation What We Offer: * A collaborative, supportive environment with ongoing training and development * Study support and professional guidance to help you grow your career * Exposure to a diverse client portfolio * A clear path for career progression * Competitive salary, based on experience * Hybrid working model and flexible hours after probation At Marele Accountancy, we expect the best — and we support you every step of the way to achieve it. If you're looking to build a rewarding career with a forward-thinking, respected firm, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and let's shape a successful future together