Accounts Assistant

Smith Turner Chartered Accountants; Derby; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accountancy practice is seeking a proactive Accounts Assistant to join their close-knit team. The role involves preparing accounts, bookkeeping, and payroll, fostering a client-focused environment. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years' experience in a small practice, be detail-oriented, and proficient in accounting software.

Benefits

Flexible hours up to 37.5 hours per week

Company pension scheme

Friendly, close-knit team environment

Opportunities to grow with the business

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a small accountancy practice is essential.
• Familiarity with accounts preparation for various business structures.
• Proficiency in accounting software is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Preparing accounts and liaising directly with clients.
• Performing bookkeeping and payroll duties accurately.
• Using accounting software to maintain financial records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proactive mindset

Client-first attitude

Education

Experience in small accountancy practice

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Xero

Farmplan

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Location: Normanton, WF6 1JUSalary: £28,000 - £30,000 per year (pro rata)Job Type: Full-time or Part-time (up to 37.5 hours per week)Schedule: Monday to Friday

Join a Growing Practice with a Personal Touch!

We’re a small but growing accountancy practice looking for a proactive and detail-driven Accounts Assistant to join our team!

What We Offer

• Salary of £28,000 - £30,000 per year (pro rata)
• Flexible hours up to 37.5 hours per week
• Full-time or part-time opportunities available
• Company pension scheme
• Friendly, close-knit team environment
• Opportunities to grow with the business
  
  

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in a small practice environment who enjoys variety, takes pride in their work, and wants to grow their career in a supportive, client-focused setting!

Accounts Assistant - The Role

As an Accounts Assistant, you’ll be an integral part of our small, collaborative team. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve a variety of tasks across accounts preparation, bookkeeping, and payroll. You’ll work closely with clients to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, and support the smooth running of daily operations within the practice.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Preparing accounts and liaising directly with clients
• Performing bookkeeping and payroll duties with accuracy and efficiency
• Using accounting software (Sage, QuickBooks, Xero, or Farmplan) to maintain financial records
• Supporting accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
• Keeping all financial documents well-organised, both digitally and on paper
• Collaborating with colleagues to resolve discrepancies and streamline processes
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a small accountancy practice - essential
• Familiarity with accounts preparation for a range of business structures
• Proficiency in Sage, QuickBooks, Xero, and/or Farmplan - desirable
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• A team player with a proactive mindset and a client-first attitude
  
  

If you're ready to take the next step in your accounting career and want to work in a supportive and dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to join our team!

No agencies please.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Accounting

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