Accounts Assistant

Sewell Wallis Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is looking for a motivated Accounts Assistant / Semi-Senior Accountant to join their client's team in Leeds. The role involves preparing accounts, financial analysis, and liaising with clients within a supportive environment. The ideal candidate should be AAT Level 3 qualified with prior accountancy experience. This position offers up to £30,000 per annum along with professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Up to £30,000 per annum

Study Support

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• AAT Level 3 qualified (minimum) or equivalent.
• Previous experience in an accountancy practice in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, reconciliations, and preparation of draft accounts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing draft year-end accounts for sole traders and partnerships.
• Perform financial analysis to support client reporting.
• Process and reconcile bank transactions and bookkeeping records.

Skills

AAT Level 3 qualified

Previous experience in an accountancy practice

Strong knowledge of bookkeeping

Confident using accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)

Excellent attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong communication skills

Job description

Sewell Wallis is currently seeking a motivated Accounts Assistant / Semi-Senior Accountant to join our clients team in their Accountancy practice.

Are you looking to further your career in accountancy within a supportive and professional practice environment?

What will you be doing?

• Assist in preparing draft year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Perform financial analysis to support client reporting and internal reviews.
• Process and reconcile bank transactions, sales/purchase ledgers, and bookkeeping records.
• Assist in preparing VAT returns and management accounts.
• Maintain accurate and organised working papers to audit standards.
• Liaise with clients to gather information, resolve queries, and provide support.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and practice procedures.
• Undertake general bookkeeping, payroll, and administrative tasks as required.

What skills do we need?

• AAT Level 3 qualified (minimum) or equivalent.
• Previous experience in an accountancy practice in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, reconciliations, and preparation of draft accounts.
• Confident using accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage, alongside strong Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and numeracy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build effective client relationships.

What's on offer?

• Up to 30,000 per annum
• Study Support
• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Exposure to a broad client base and varied workload.

For further details, please contact Emma Johnsen.

To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.