Junior Accounts Assistant – Accountancy Practice
Location: North Shields
Type: Full-time / Permanent
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Are you a motivated Junior Accounts Assistant with experience in a small to medium-sized accountancy practice? We're looking for someone like you to join our friendly team in North Shields! This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with solid accounts preparation experience who is looking to grow their career in a supportive and professional environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
* Handle bookkeeping using Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage
* Prepare and submit VAT returns
* Assist with management accounts and general reconciliations
* Liaise with clients to collect documentation and answer queries
* Support the wider team with day-to-day accounting tasks
Person Specification:
* 1–2 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice
* Comfortable preparing accounts and working with accounting software
* Knowledge of VAT, bookkeeping, and basic accounting principles
* Strong attention to detail and a proactive attitude
* AAT Level 3 (or working towards) or similar qualification preferred