AAT Accountant

FIRE; North Hertfordshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in North Hertfordshire is seeking an AAT Accountant to join their growing accounts team. You will manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring accurate financial transactions and compliance with VAT regulations. Ideal candidates possess strong organisational skills and Xero software experience. The role offers a competitive salary, paid parking, and post-probation medical insurance. Join a team that values personal service and support for clients.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid parking

Private medical insurance post probation

All training paid for, including study leave

9-5 office based with 1-hour lunch

Qualifications

• Experience in accountancy and business support services.
• Ability to manage workflow and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in processing client records using accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Manage workflow to meet client deadlines.
• Record all financial transactions through ledger postings.
• Process client records in QuickBooks and Xero.
• File VAT returns with HMRC.

Skills

Determination and drive to improve processes

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Great communication skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Xero software experience

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Job description

AAT Accountant – Accountancy Practice – Hertfordshire

About the Company :

Our client was established in 1987 and today we continue to build on our enviable reputation for providing excellent advice and first‑class service to their business and personal clients alike. They specialise in dealing with and assisting owner‑managed businesses and in doing so, endeavour to provide best advice and help to both such businesses and those behind them. Additionally, they put an emphasis on providing a very personal service.

About the Opportunity :

Due to ongoing growth, our clients are looking for an AAT accountant to support with their portfolio. They are looking for a steady candidate to join their accounts team.

About the Responsibilities :

Joining as an AAT Accountant, you will be providing accountancy and business support services to a portfolio of clients, operating across various industries. You will be working under the guidance of the Senior Accountants to assist with the provision of the following services :

• Managing workflow to meet deadlines
• Accurate recording of all financial transactions through ledger postings, nominal journals, bank reconciliations etc
• Processing client records to software including QuickBooks & Xero
• Calculate & make adjustments for depreciation, prepayments, accruals & tax provision
• File VAT returns with HMRC & within accounting data

About the Applicant :

Our client is looking for a steady candidate, someone who thinks outside the box and is passionate about helping clients.

Specifically, they require :

• Determination and drive to continually improve processes and working techniques
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to balance workloads to manage the needs of various clientsAttention to detail is essential
• The ability to remain calm under pressure
• Proactive and willing to take on increased responsibility
• Xero software experience
• Great communication skills
• A ‘can do’ attitude with the ability to seek answers

About the Benefits :

• Competitive salary
• Paid Parking
• 9-5 Office Based (1 hour for Lunch)
• Private Medical Insurance post probation
• All training paid for, including study leave