Accountancy Assistant

Atrium Associates Ltd; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accountancy firm in Norwich is seeking an Accountancy Assistant to support self-employed contractors and small companies. You'll prepare tax returns and manage client files while enjoying a flexible working environment. The ideal candidate should have experience in an accountancy practice and strong IT skills. The firm offers competitive salary up to £32,000 alongside hybrid working options.

Benefits

Up to £32,000 per annum

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accountancy practice or tax administration.
• Comfortable with CIS submissions and limited company accounts.
• High attention to detail and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting CIS returns and tax returns.
• Managing client files to ensure HMRC compliance.
• Providing administrative support for client communications.

Skills

Experience in accountancy practice

Knowledge of CIS and self-assessment

Strong IT skills

Good communication skills

Organised mindset

Education

AAT Level 3 or higher (preferred)

Tools

Nomisma

Capium

Xero

Job description

Overview

We\'re recruiting on behalf of our client who are a growing accountancy business specialising in the UK construction sector, supporting self-employed contractors and small companies with CIS submissions, tax returns, and company accounts. They are now looking for an Accountancy Assistant to join the team and play a key role in keeping their clients compliant, informed, and supported. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys the detail of tax work but values a flexible, modern approach to working.

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Preparing and submitting CIS returns and self-assessment tax returns for a range of clients.
• Assisting in the preparation of year-end company accounts and corporation tax returns.
• Managing and updating client files, ensuring all data is accurate and HMRC-compliant.
• Supporting client onboarding — collecting and checking ID, UTRs, and registration details.
• Liaising directly with HMRC on client queries and submissions.
• Providing general administrative support to the wider team and assisting with client communications.

What You\'ll Need

• Proven experience working within an accountancy practice or tax administration role.
• Working knowledge of CIS, self-assessment, and limited company accounts.
• Ideally AAT qualified (or working towards AAT Level 3 or higher).
• Strong IT skills — comfortable using accounting or tax software (Nomisma, Capium, Xero, or similar).
• High attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to manage your own workload.
• Good communication skills — both written and verbal.
• A proactive, organised mindset — able to work independently in a small but growing team.

What\'s on Offer

• Up to £32,000 per annum based on experience.
• Hybrid working: Fully remote considered for the right candidate.
• Flexible hours
• Supportive, down-to-earth team that values initiative and trust.
• Opportunity to grow with the business.

If you\'re looking for a flexible role where you can use your tax and CIS knowledge to make a real impact — Get in touch