Accounts assistant

Sammons Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Bexhill is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to manage client bookkeeping and VAT returns. The ideal candidate will have strong bookkeeping experience, excellent organisational skills, and a methodical approach to work. This full-time position offers a salary of £27,000+, and the opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping experience is essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective client and team interactions.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workload, and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBooks Online, and Xero.
• Understanding of general accountancy practice operations and client management.
• Strong ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of client bookkeeping and VAT return requirements.
• Schedule and control deadlines and regular work.
• Undertake client bookkeeping and complete VAT returns.
• Prepare management accounts as required.
• Prepare and file CIS returns.
• Assist managers with accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Communication skills

Task management

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

QuickBooks Online proficiency

Xero proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Accounts Assistant Bexhill

Our client, a leading and fast-growing accountancy firm in Sussex, is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their professional and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong bookkeeping experience and excellent organisational skills to play a key role in providing high-quality accounting support to a broad portfolio of clients.

What’s on Offer?

Job type: Full time, permanent
Location: Bexhill
Salary: £27,000+ depending on experience
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of client bookkeeping and VAT return requirements.
• Schedule and control deadlines and regular work.
• Undertake client bookkeeping and complete VAT returns.
• Prepare management accounts as required.
• Prepare and file CIS returns.
• Assist managers with accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies (with progression over time).
• Keep managers and directors informed of work progress and assignments.

Skills, Experience, and Training Requirements

• Previous bookkeeping experience is essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective client and team interactions.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workload, and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBooks Online, and Xero.
• Understanding of general accountancy practice operations and client management.
• Strong ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently and effectively.

Our Ideal Candidate

A motivated and detail-oriented professional who enjoys working with numbers and people alike. You’ll have a methodical approach to your work, excellent attention to detail, and the confidence to communicate with clients and colleagues. You’ll also value teamwork and be keen to develop your accounting career within a supportive environment that encourages professional growth.

How to Apply

If you have the skills and enthusiasm for this opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply directly through this advert with your CV. If you know someone suitable for this role, share the word and through our referral scheme receive up to £250! Click here for further details on our recommendation scheme.

Recruiting on the basis of Talent, we are committed to supporting and promoting diversity in the workplace and consider all applications. Any salary advertised is for search purposes only. If you have not heard from us within 7 days you will have not been successful on this occasion, however, we would welcome your application for alternative vacancies.