Accounts Assistant

Bennett And Game Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accountancy practice in Greater London is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their collaborative team. This role offers a hands-on opportunity for someone studying ACCA or part-qualified, with responsibilities including preparing accounts and tax returns. The firm provides a supportive environment with opportunities for development and study support.

Benefits

Hybrid working

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Free parking available

Voluntary medical cover after probation

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing limited company accounts and trial balances.
• Exposure to corporation and personal tax returns.
• Able to manage workload and prioritise under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing accounts, trial balances, and non-complex tax returns.
• Report to the Accounts Manager and liaise with Directors.
• Gain hands-on experience and career progression support.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Diligence

Initiative

Education

Part-qualified or studying towards ACCA

QBE

Tools

Xero

VT

TaxCalc

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Our client, a growing accountancy practice established in 2012, welcomes around 10 new clients monthly. They serve a wide range of industries including media and entertainment, with a focus on FRS 102 and some FRS 105 clients. With 19 staff across the business and a 6-person accounts team, the firm offers a modern, progressive environment with real scope for development.

Due to expansion, an Accounts Assistant is required to join the accounts team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone studying ACCA or part-qualified, looking to develop their skills in a hands-on, client-focused role. You'll support in preparing small company accounts, trial balances, and non-complex tax returns, reporting to the Accounts Manager and working closely with Directors.

Accounts Assistant Job Overview

• Join a growing and collaborative accounts team of 6
• Work on a portfolio of small limited companies and sole traders
• Assist in preparing accounts, trial balances, and non-complex tax returns
• Report to the Accounts Manager and liaise with Directors as needed
• Gain hands-on experience and career progression support
• Benefit from study support and internal development opportunities

Accounts Assistant Job Requirements

• Part-qualified or studying towards ACCA or QBE
• Experience in preparing limited company accounts and trial balances
• Exposure to corporation and personal tax returns
• Organised, diligent, and able to work independently or within a team
• Excellent communication and initiative
• Able to manage workload and prioritise under pressure
• Experience with accounting software such as Xero, VT. TaxCalc and Microsoft Excel desirable

Accounts Assistant Salary & Benefits

• Working Hours: Monday - Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm and Friday: 9:00am - 4:00pm
• Holiday: 20 days + bank holidays
• Hybrid Working: 4 days in the office, 1 day from home after first month
• Dress Code: Smart casual
• Parking: Free parking available around the office
• Additional Benefits: Voluntary medical cover after probation period
• Pension
  

Bennett & Game Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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