About The Role
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and ambitious Accounts Assistant with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in practice. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation renowned for its high standards and exceptional customer experience.
This office-based role would suit an organised and detail-focused finance professional looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. The company promotes a friendly team culture and offers excellent long-term career prospects, including full study support and ongoing CPD to assist with technical knowledge.
Main Job Functions & Responsibilities
· Bookkeeping including preparation and submission of VAT Returns.
· Payroll Processing
· Preparation of Management Accounts
· Preparation of Self-Assessment Tax Returns
· Statutory Compliance work, including maintenance of register of directors/members.
· Onboarding of new clients
· Assisting with Probate and Estate Administration matters
· Other duties as required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
· Excellent understanding of the basic principles of bookkeeping and performing reconciliations
· Good knowledge of the various software packages, including but not limited to, SAGE 50, SAPA, SAGE CT, QuickBooks, Xero, TaxCalc, Bright etc
· Proactive, takes initiative with ability to solve problems efficiently by “thinking outside the box”
· Accurate with good attention to detail demonstrating pride in their work
· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal are essential
· Proven ability to work with discretion and confidential information
· Ability to manage work independently as well as part of a team to ensure deadlines are met
· Proficient computer skills, especially in excel