Accounts Assistant

Adjacency Recruitment Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing company in Gloucestershire seeks an Accounts Assistant to support various accounting functions. Ideal candidates will have experience in accounting and a strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel. This role offers a competitive salary within a flexible and hybrid working environment. The company supports progression for those aspiring to further qualifications.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working setup

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar accounts role is highly desirable.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel is essential.
• Familiarity with Sage 50 software is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Support the preparation of VAT returns, corporation tax returns, and personal tax returns.
• Contribute to the preparation of management accounts, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Advise clients and resolve accounting or tax queries promptly and professionally.
• Collaborate with Senior Accountants across various client projects.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Sage 50

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

AAT qualified or part-qualified

Job description

Accounts Assistant | Gloucestershire

An ambitious and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant is sought by a successful and expanding company based in Gloucestershire.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career within a supportive and growing business. Initially, you’ll assist across all aspects of the accounting function, with genuine scope for progression as the company continues to grow.

A competitive salary as well as a very flexible and hybrid working set up is on offer for this fantastic role.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Support the preparation of VAT returns, corporation tax returns, and personal tax returns.
• Contribute to the preparation of management accounts, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Advise clients and resolve accounting or tax queries promptly and professionally.
• Collaborate with Senior Accountants, providing assistance across a variety of client projects and reporting tasks.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and deadlines.

About You

• Previous experience in a similar accounts role is highly desirable.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (essential).
• Familiarity with Sage 50 software.
• AAT qualified or part-qualified (with aspirations to progress to CIMA, ACA, or ACCA).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.

We encourage you still to apply even if you don't tick every box as we are always on the lookout for strong accounting and finance professionals.