Assistant Accountant

Job Specification: Assistant Accountant

Location: Torquay

Salary Range: £30,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.

Full-time / Permanent

ROLE OVERVIEW:

This role is working in a accountancy practice environment but with a little extra commerciality. A growing organisation, this company is going places and looking for an individual who wants to increase their skills set and make the role their own. This company pride themselves on being approachable, collaborative, and genuinely invested in the development of their people and clients. If you're looking for a place where your career can thrive and your ideas matter - then apply today.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Part-Qualified/AAT Accountant/Bookkeeper. The successful candidate will support the delivery of a range of accounting services to their clients. This role offers exposure to a variety of clients, including SMEs, sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies across multiple industries. They have a major client where you will liaise regularly and build your industry knowledge.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assisting/Preparation of statutory accounts
• Assisting/Preparation of corporation tax computations and returns
• Assisting with management accounts, VAT returns, and bookkeeping for clients
• Supporting audits
• Liaising directly with clients to obtain records, resolve queries, and deliver high levels of service.
• Assisting with the onboarding of new clients and maintenance of client records
• Supporting senior accountants and partners on ad hoc tasks and advisory projects
• Staying up to date with financial reporting and tax legislation changes

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

• Ideally actively studying towards ACA, ACCA, or equivalent (part-qualified) but AAT qualified with experience will also be considered.
• At least 1-2 years of experience in a UK accountancy practice (desirable not essential)
• Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals and double-entry bookkeeping
• Competent in accounting software ideally Sage

If you want some more information about this role please get in touch on .

Otherwise please apply with a full and relevant CV. This role is available immediately so will go to interview quickly.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.