Accounts Assistant

Autograph Recruitment Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Autograph Recruitment Ltd is representing a growing accountancy firm in Gloucester seeking an ambitious Accounts Assistant to join their friendly team. The role covers bookkeeping, VAT, and assisting with year-end work, offering exposure to a varied client portfolio.

Training is provided and experience with Sage is beneficial; the successful candidate will be organised, proactive and eager to learn, with a view to long-term development within a supportive practice.

Qualifications

• Experience working within an accountancy practice.
• Experience with bookkeeping, VAT, and accounts preparation.
• Exposure to tax work would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Familiarity with Sage would be beneficial, although training can be provided.
• A proactive and dependable approach with a genuine eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Managing bookkeeping for a wide range of clients across different industries.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns accurately and on time.
• Assisting with the production of year-end accounts.
• Supporting the preparation of personal and corporate tax returns.
• Building strong relationships with clients, responding to queries and gathering information.
• Working closely with colleagues to help manage workflow and support the wider team.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT returns

Accounts preparation

Tax returns

Client communication

Tools

Sage

Job description

Accounts Assistant

Location: Gloucester (occasional travel to other offices required)
Position: Full Time - Permanent

If you're an ambitious Accounts Assistant looking to expand your skills and build a long-term career within a supportive and growing accountancy firm, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Our client is looking to welcome a motivated individual into their friendly and collaborative team. Whether you're studying, fully qualified, or qualified through experience, they're far more interested in your attitude, commitment, and desire to develop than your qualification status alone.

This is a varied role that offers excellent exposure, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working with a diverse client portfolio and wants to broaden your technical expertise.

What you'll be doing

• Managing bookkeeping for a wide range of clients across different industries
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns accurately and on time
• Assisting with the production of year-end accounts
• Supporting the preparation of personal and corporate tax returns
• Building strong relationships with clients, responding to queries and gathering information
• Working closely with colleagues to help manage workflow and support the wider team

What we're looking for

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice
• Experience with bookkeeping, VAT, and accounts preparation
• Exposure to tax work would be advantageous but is not essential
• Familiarity with Sage would be beneficial, although training can be provided
• A proactive and dependable approach with a genuine eagerness to learn
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your own workload effectively
• Someone seeking a stable, long-term opportunity where they can grow and develop

If you're looking for a role where you can continue to learn, take on greater responsibility, and become an integral part of a growing practice, we'd love to hear from you.

We also welcome confidential conversations about your career if this role is not quite the right fit.

We look forward to hearing from you.