Accounts Assistant

Andrew Parker Associates Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A small accounting firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic trainee accountant. In this role, you will handle book-keeping, tax returns, and client interactions while gaining excellent training and experience. Ideal candidates should have a keen interest in accounting with strong analytical skills and accuracy. Previous experience is not essential. The firm also supports candidates in achieving professional qualifications. Interested individuals should send their CV to the provided email address.

Qualifications

• Interest in a career as a professional accountant.
• Previous experience beneficial but not essential.
• Willingness to learn and gain professional qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Book-keeping and VAT return production from cloud-based software and manual records.
• Accounts production and completion of corporation tax returns.
• Complete personal tax returns and inform clients of payment details.
• Liaise with HMRC, Companies House, and clients to resolve queries.
• Assist with new client on-boarding.
• Maintain various checklists to ensure deadlines are met.
• Provide advisory support to clients on cloud-based software.
• Assist in the day to day running of the practice.

Skills

High level of accuracy

Analytical skills

Knowledge of various software

Job description

We are a small, friendly team of accountants who take pride in offering our clients a great service. We are looking for an enthusiastic trainee, willing to learn the variety of services offered by our firm, and in return you’ll receive excellent training and gain a great variety of experience.

Responsibilities

• Book-keeping and VAT return production from both cloud-based software and manual records.
• Accounts production and completion of corporation tax returns.
• Complete personal tax returns and inform clients of payment details.
• Liaise with HMRC, Companies House, and clients as required, both in writing and on the phone to resolve queries.
• To assist with new client on-boarding.
• Maintain various checklists to ensure deadlines are met.
• Provide advisory support to clients on the use of cloud-based software.
• Assist in the day to day running of the practice.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate must be interested in a career as a professional accountant. Previous experience would be beneficial but not essential. We are also open to the idea of supporting the right candidate with their studies to gain professional qualifications.

The following skills are essential to the role:

·High level of accuracy

·Analytical skills

·Knowledge of various software

If you’re interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please send a CV to [e-mail].