Accountants Assistant

Streets LLP; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic accountancy firm in Haverhill is looking for a Semi-Senior Accountant to support owner-managed businesses. The role involves preparing accounts, managing client relationships, and supervising junior staff. Applicants should have at least 2 years of accounting practice experience and AAT qualification or ACCA Studies. Competitive salary, study support, and 20 days annual leave are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Study support

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

37.5 hours work week

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in accounting practice.
• Strong attention to detail and proactive client service.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Manage client accounts and prepare financial statements.
• Process client records accurately and efficiently.
• Complete VAT returns and support clients.
• Supervise junior staff.

Skills

Accounting Practice Experience

Knowledge of IRIS

Knowledge of Xero

Knowledge of Sage

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

AAT qualification or ACCA Studies

Tools

IRIS

Xero

Sage

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for someone to make the jump from Junior Accountant to Semi‑Senior Accountant and to join a dynamic, fast‑growing accountancy and business advisory firm, working with an exciting portfolio of clients. You’ll be part of an ambitious company with a goal to become a top 20 UK practice through a strategy of organic growth, alongside targeted mergers, and acquisitions.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Management: Work with owner‑managed businesses, including sole traders, partnerships, and companies.
• Accounts Preparation: Prepare accounts and financial statements for clients.
• Preparation of personal tax returns.
• Record Processing: Process client records accurately and efficiently.
• Management Accounts: Prepare management accounts to meet client needs.
• VAT Returns: Complete and check VAT returns for accuracy and compliance.
• Supervision of more junior staff.
• Client Support: Address basic client queries and provide support as required.
• Administration: Carry out administrative and ad hoc tasks as needed.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Accounting Practice Experience background with a minimum of 2 years’ experience.
• Knowledge of IRIS, Xero and Sage is preferred.
• AAT qualification/studying towards final levels or someone at early levels of ACCA Studies.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to client service.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to make data‑driven decisions.
• Proactive and results‑oriented, with a focus on delivering value to the business.
• A collaborative team player.
• High level of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism.

What we offer you

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Study support
• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Working hours 37.5 hours per week 9am to 5pm
• Office based role