Account Assistant

TR2 Recruitment Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accountancy firm is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant in Helston to support their operations. The successful candidate will join a professional team that offers career progression, specialised training, and engaging company events. AAT qualification and relevant experience are required, alongside strong communication skills.

Benefits

Career progression

Specialised training

Private medical insurance

Company events

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in an accounting role.
• Up-to-date knowledge of tax legislation and accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Handling client queries related to Tax and Accounts.
• Preparing Accounts up to Trial Balance for finalisation.
• Preparing and submitting VAT Returns & Self-Assessments.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent

Job description

Are you detail-oriented and passionate about numbers? We are currently looking for a proactive and reliable Accounts Assistant to join a growing accountancy firm in Helston. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to progress their career in accounting and finance within a supportive and professional environment.

The successful candidate must hold an AAT qualification (or equivalent), and have a minimum of 2 years experience working in an accounting role. As well as the qualification and experience you must have an up-to-date knowledge of tax legislation and accounting standards and have strong communication and problem solving skills.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Handling client queries related to Tax and Accounts
• Preparing Accounts up to Trial Balance for finalisation
• Building strong client relationships and ensuring top-tier service
• Liaising with HMRC for reconciliations and missing payments
• Chasing and checking client data for accuracy and completeness
• Preparing and submitting VAT Returns & Self-Assessments
• Handling Corporate Tax Returns, Payroll, and CIS
• Supporting Accounts Finalisation
• Identifying client needs and referring them to relevant teams (e.g., Tax Investigation, Mortgage, R&D claims)
• Conducting Client Tax Review Meetings
• Ensuring compliance with Money Laundering regulations

The business offer career progression, specialised training, private medical insurance as well as holding plenty of company events across the year.

The position is working on a full tine, permanent basis, and our client are looking to interview and appoint immediately.

For more information, please get in touch with the team at TR2 Recruitment.

TR2 Recruitment Ltd acts as an Employment Agency for permanent workers and an Employment Business for temporary workers.