Accounts Assistant

Nxtgen Recruitment; Somersham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

NXTGEN is partnering with a well established accountancy practice to recruit an Accounts Assistant. You will join a collaborative team that supports development and encourages progression, while building strong client relationships and developing your technical skills.

The role offers study support and exposure to a varied client portfolio, with opportunities for career progression within a people-focused practice.

Qualifications

• AAT qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in an accountancy practice in a similar role.
• Good communication and client relationship skills.
• Proactive, able to manage own workload and support the wider team.

Responsibilities

• Preparing year end statutory accounts and corporation tax returns for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Completing bookkeeping, bank reconciliations and VAT returns.
• Preparing monthly and quarterly management accounts.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and providing support on accounting needs.
• Using digital accounting software, including Xero and Dext.
• Working closely with colleagues across the team and supporting junior members.
• Managing workload to ensure deadlines are met and delivering a high standard of service.

Skills

Communication

Proactive

Teamwork

Time management

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Xero

Dext

Job description

Full job description

Are you looking to join a friendly, supportive accountancy team where you can continue developing your skills, build strong client relationships and feel genuinely part of the team?

NXTGEN is pleased to be working with a well established accountancy practice that puts its people, teamwork and client relationships at the heart of what it does. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join a collaborative team where you will be supported in your development, encouraged to take on new challenges and given the opportunity to progress your career.

Why join?

• A genuinely supportive team:Work alongside approachable colleagues who are happy to share their knowledge, offer guidance and help each other succeed.
• A positive working culture: Join a team where collaboration is valued, people work together to get the job done and you will never feel like just another number.
• Career development: Benefit from ongoing guidance and mentoring from experienced senior team members, helping you develop both your technical and client management skills.
• Study support: Continue working towards your professional qualifications with support to help you achieve your long term career goals.
• Varied client work: Gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients, allowing you to broaden your experience and develop your knowledge across different areas of accountancy.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing year end statutory accounts and corporation tax returns for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Completing bookkeeping, bank reconciliations and VAT returns.
• Preparing monthly and quarterly management accounts.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, providing support and guidance on their accounting needs.
• Using digital accounting software, including Xero and Dext, to support efficient ways of working.
• Working closely with colleagues across the team, sharing knowledge and supporting more junior members where appropriate.
• Managing your workload effectively to ensure deadlines are met and clients receive a consistently high standard of service.

The ideal Accounts Assistant will have:

• AAT qualification or equivalent.
• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice in a similar role.
• Good communication skills and the confidence to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to manage your own workload while contributing to a wider team.
• A genuine interest in developing your technical knowledge and progressing within practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants more than just their next role. If you are looking for a welcoming team, supportive management and the chance to develop your career within a people focused accountancy practice, we would love to hear from you.

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