Accounts Assistant

Autograph Recruitment; Newton Abbot; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accountancy practice is seeking a Trainee Accountant to join their team in Torquay or Newton Abbot. This role offers an excellent opportunity to support clients with bookkeeping, payroll, and tax preparation while growing professionally in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Studying AAT Level 3 or 4 or equivalent experience.
• Communication and customer service skills are essential.
• Eager to learn and grow within the firm.

Responsibilities

• Supporting client queries and offering friendly front-of-house presence.
• Preparing payroll, VAT returns, and basic tax work.
• Bookkeeping for sole traders and small business clients.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Initiative

Education

AAT Level 3 or 4

Job description

Job Title: Trainee Accountant (AAT)
Location: Torquay or Newton Abbot (Office-Based)
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

A well-established and client-focused accountancy practice is seeking an AAT Trainee to join their team in either their Torquay or Newton Abbot office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term future in practice.

You ll be working in a small, friendly team, in a fast-paced and highly client-facing environment, supporting a varied workload including bookkeeping, payroll, tax returns, and sole trader accounts.

What You ll Be Doing

• Supporting client queries and offering a friendly front-of-house presence

• Preparing and assisting with payroll, VAT returns, and basic tax work

• Bookkeeping for a range of sole traders and small business clients

• Helping with admin tasks and general office duties

• Learning and developing within a busy and supportive team

What We re Looking For

• Studying AAT Level 3 or 4 (or equivalent experience)

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and take initiative

• Professional, reliable, and eager to grow within the firm

• Experience in admin or finance roles preferred, but not essential

This is a great fit for someone hungry to learn, professional in manner, and looking to build a meaningful career in accountancy.