Assistant Accountant

We are looking for a new member to join our small team to deliver a range of accountancy services to a portfolio of clients and manage relationships with those clients to ensure all compliance needs are met.

This is a part time role with some flexibility to the hours offered (between 15-21 hours per week).

• Salary £25,000 - £35,000 (FTE)
• Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays (FTE) plus Christmas office closure
• 6% Employers pension contribution

Responsibilities

• Prepare the financial statements for company, partnership and sole trader clients, using source documentation or third-party accounting software. Ensuring compliance with UK GAAP
• Assist clients in meeting their compliance and regulatory requirements
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns
• Preparation of quarterly management accounts, as required
• Advise clients on day to day accounting procedures and assist in developing controls if necessary
• Support Directors with formulation of accountancy advice to provide to clients

Requirements

• AAT qualification or equivalent
• Sound technical knowledge and experience of accounting standards and reporting requirements for Companies (desirable but not essential)
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to develop relationships with clients in order to deliver an exceptional service
• Background in working in a Practice environment desirable