Accounts Assistant

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

Job summary

A forward-thinking Accountancy Practice in Ipswich seeks an Accounts Assistant to support their Business Services team. The role offers a chance to gain broad experience in accounts and tax preparation while building client relationships. Candidates should have around 2 years of experience in practice and be AAT Level 4 qualified or working towards it. This is an excellent opportunity for career progression in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience within a practice environment or industry.
• Motivated to develop a career in practice.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of year-end accounts and tax returns.
• Support VAT returns and management accounts.
• Carry out bookkeeping duties ensuring accuracy.

Skills

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Bookkeeping

Tax preparation

Experience with Xero

Education

AAT Level 4 qualified or working towards

Tools

Xero

Job description

NXTGEN is excited to be working with a modern and forward-thinking Accountancy Practice in Ipswich to recruit an Accounts Assistant for their growing Business Services team after a successful period of growth. This firm is passionate about supporting its employees, offering clear progression routes tailored to your goals. Whether you're eager to progress quickly or prefer a steady pathway to qualification, due their individual pathway system they'll provide the opportunities to help you thrive.

This is a fantastic role for someone looking to gain broad experience across accounts and tax preparation within an established team, whilst building lasting client relationships. You'll join a collaborative team environment, working closely with experienced Seniors and Managers who will support you in developing your technical skills and confidence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of year-end accounts and tax returns for a varied client base.
• Support with VAT returns and management accounts.
• Carry out bookkeeping duties, ensuring financial records are accurate and compliant.
• Liaise directly with clients, answering queries and resolving issues.
• Work alongside senior accountants, assisting with client advisory projects.

What We're Looking For:

• Circa 2 years' minimum experience within a practice environment.
• Candidates from industry will be considered, but you must be motivated to develop your career in practice and enjoy working with local clients.
• AAT Level 4 qualified or currently working towards.
• Experience using Xero or similar cloud-based accounting software would be advantageous.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build and maintain client relationships.

This is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious Accounts Assistant who is keen to gain hands-on experience and real career progression. If you're looking to join a firm that invests in your future, we'd love to hear from you. For more details, please contact Annie today.

Salary dependent on experience and qualifications.