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