Accounts Assistant

TribePost Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A practice is seeking an Accounts Assistant to combine your accounting knowledge with hands-on experience in a client-focused environment. You'll prepare accounts, manage bookkeeping, and work closely with clients, ensuring all financial documents are organized and accurate. This role offers flexible hours in a supportive team atmosphere, perfect for growth and personal development.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Company pension scheme

Friendly team environment

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Preparing accounts and liaising directly with clients.
• Performing bookkeeping and payroll duties with accuracy.
• Collaborating with colleagues to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Client-first attitude

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Xero

Farmplan

Job description

Smith Turner Chartered Accountants are now recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join the team based in Normanton, WF6 1JU!

Accounts Assistant

Location: Normanton, WF6 1JU
Salary: £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.

Registered Office: 36B Speirs Wharf, Port Dundas, Glasgow, G4 9TG

Company Reg No. - SC372990 | VAT Reg No. - GB986160980

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