Accounts Assistant

Si Recruitment; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accountancy practice in Middlesbrough is seeking an Entry-Level Accounts Assistant. The role offers hands-on experience and full study support for AAT / ACCA / ACA qualifications. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and strong attention to detail. This position enables career growth in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Study support for AAT / ACCA / ACA

Career progression opportunities

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Up to 2 years of experience in an accountancy role.
• Willingness to learn cloud-based accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Prepare VAT returns and support bookkeeping using cloud software.
• Help reconcile bank statements and support management accounts.
• Liaise with clients and support the wider team with admin and compliance tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numeracy skills

Good Excel skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Mathematics, or similar

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Accounts Assistant – Graduate or Early Career

Middlesbrough | Full-Time | Permanent

Entry-Level | Accountancy Practice

Study Support Provided | Competitive Salary

Do you have up to 2 years of experience in an accountancy role?

Join our friendly and growing accountancy practice in Middlesbrough, where you’ll gain hands‑on experience, full study support, and the opportunity to grow your career in a supportive team environment.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
• Prepare VAT returns and support bookkeeping using cloud software (Xero, QuickBooks, etc.)
• Help reconcile bank statements and support management accounts
• Liaise with clients and support the wider team with admin and compliance tasks

What We’re Looking For

Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Mathematics, or similar

Strong attention to detail and numeracy skills

Good Excel skills and willingness to learn cloud-based accounting systems

A proactive, team-focused attitude

Bonus if you have

• Up to 2 years’ experience in an accountancy
• Experience with cloud accounting tools like Xero or Sage

What You’ll Get

Full study support for AAT / ACCA / ACA

Career progression opportunities

Supportive and professional work culture