Accounts Assistant

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Taunton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable firm is seeking a motivated Trainee Accountant / Accounts Assistant in Taunton. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience and supports career development with study assistance. You will work on a variety of accounts, supporting clients and internal teams, while honing your skills in accounting.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance + Bank Holidays

Study support provided

Annual salary review

Employee Assistance Program

Free Parking

Gym facilities

Qualifications

• AAT Level 2 or 3 is desirable.
• Experience in using accounting software is required.
• Strong communication skills and a reliable attitude are essential.

Responsibilities

• Updating Manager on client work and assisting with payroll.
• Completing VAT returns and client invoicing.
• General administration duties and providing excellent service.

Skills

AAT level 2 or 3

Experience using accounting software

General all-round accounts/finance experience

Excellent communication skills

Reliable, proactive, and motivated attitude

Education

AAT Level 2 or 3

Job description

Are you passionate about numbers, finance, and eager to kickstart a rewarding career in accounting?

We are supporting an established and highly reputable firm to recruit a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the team as an Accounts Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, work alongside experienced professionals, and embark on a journey towards becoming a skilled accountant.

JOB TITLE: Trainee Accountant / Accounts Assistant

(You will ideally be AAT Level 2 or 3 qualified and be looking to apply this qualification to a trainee position. Alternatively you may have some accounts based experience and be eager to obtain supporting qualifications and build an extensive career)

HOURS: Monday to Friday - 8.45am - 5.15pm

SALARY & BENEFITS:

• Up to 28,000 (dependent on level of qualifications)
• Generous holiday allowance + Bank Holidays, plus additional day for your Birthday and 2 days off additionally for Christmas shutdown
• The opportunity to grow professionally with study support provided both financially and time to study during the working day
• Annual salary review
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supportive company culture and excellent values
• Modern, bright, open plan and luxurious offices
• Free Parking
• Impressive staff room and fully equipped gym with showers and changing room facilities

THE ROLE: You will be part of the team responsible for a varied portfolio of non-audit clients, across a range of industry sectors. Client experience, both internally and externally, is the fundamental driver of the Accounts Assistant role, and you will strive to deliver an 'only client' experience, whilst meeting expectations and providing accounting support to the wider team.

KEY DUTIES:

• Working closely with the Manager, updating them daily on client work
• Assisting in the completion of clients' payrolls, communicating with clients, and ensuring all pay runs are correctly completed
• Assisting clients in bookkeeping and ensuring VAT returns are completed on time for submission to HMRC
• Processing client invoices and bank reconciliation in the relevant cloud software
• Assisting in the completion of self-assessment tax returns
• General administration duties in the office such as filing and database management
• Providing an excellent service to all clients

KEY SKILLS:

• AAT level 2 or 3 is desirable
• Experience using accounting software
• General all-round accounts/finance experience
• Excellent communication skills and great team player
• Reliable, proactive, and motivated attitude

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in accounting within a supportive and dynamic environment. If you are enthusiastic about finance and eager to learn, we would love to hear from you!

Next Steps Don't miss the chance to be part of a company that values passion, commitment, and ambition! Please apply online today or email your CV directly to (url removed) Alternatively you can contact Catherine or Georgie on (phone number removed) to discuss over the phone.

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