Accounts Assistant

Puro Associates; South Nutfield; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development and training

Clear progression opportunities

Generous holiday allowance

Cloud-based systems and technology

Friendly and supportive team

Job summary

Puro Associates, Maidstone, is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to manage bookkeeping and VAT services for a varied client portfolio. The role involves working with cloud systems, maintaining accuracy, and delivering timely filings.

You will support accountants, handle year-end data handovers, and build strong client relationships while travelling to client sites across Kent. AAT Level 3 or equivalent is required, with Sage/Xero/QuickBooks experience.

Qualifications

• Experience with cloud bookkeeping software and accurate data entry.
• 2+ years of bookkeeping experience.
• Knowledge of VAT and CIS processes.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping using cloud software (QuickBooks, Xero).
• Assist accountants with year-end data handover.
• Prepare VAT Returns and CIS calculations.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable; perform bank reconciliations.
• Assist clients with bookkeeping queries and train on QuickBooks/Xero.
• Travel to client sites across Kent; maintain client relationships.

Education

Level 3 AAT

Bookkeeper Certification

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

£32,000 (DOE)

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Accounts Assistant to join our growing accountancy practice in Maidstone. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual who enjoys working with a varied portfolio of clients and thrives in a professional yet supportive environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing bookkeeping and VAT services to a diverse range of businesses, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional client service.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Ongoing professional development and training support
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing practice
• Generous holiday allowance
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Modern cloud-based systems and technology

Key Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping using cloud software, particularly QuickBooks and Xero
• Assisting accountants to ensure smooth handover of year-end data
• Preparing VAT Returns
• Processing CIS calculations as part of the bookkeeping
• Managing accounts payable and receivable
• Bank Reconciliations
• Assisting clients with bookkeeping issues and queries
• Training clients to use QuickBooks and Xero
• Keeping up to date with relevant industry topics
• Working on own initiative, including travel to clients across Kent (own transport required)
• Meeting deadlines for filings
• Maintaining strong relationships with client

Skills, Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven experience with accounting software such as Sage, Xero, or QuickBooks
• Strong data entry skills with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Level 3 AAT
• Bookkeeper Certifications (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 2 years' bookkeeping experience
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and Xero
• Knowledge of VAT, CIS processes
• Strong communication skills and a professional manner with clients
• Good task planning, time management and ability to work autonomously