Accounts Assistant

Nxtgen Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking an Accounts Assistant to prepare year-end accounts and assist with various accounting tasks. Ideal candidates are AAT qualified, with experience in accountancy practices and strong knowledge of accounting principles. The role offers career development opportunities and support in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• AAT qualified, recently qualified or experienced.
• Experience in an accountancy practice.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Preparing year-end accounts for clients.
• Assisting with management accounts and VAT returns.
• Supporting bookkeeping duties across industries.
• Resolving client queries with Managers and Partners.
• Ensuring accuracy and compliance in work.
• Contributing to junior colleagues' development.

Skills

AAT qualified

Accounting principles

Cloud accounting software

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

NXTGEN is delighted to be working closely with a long‑standing client near Fakenham to recruit an Accounts Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for someone currently working in practice who has recently become AAT qualified and is eager to continue developing, or for someone who is already AAT qualified and happy to progress their career without pursuing further qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing year‑end accounts for a range of clients
• Assisting with management accounts and VAT returns
• Supporting bookkeeping duties across varied industries
• Working closely with Managers and Partners to resolve client queries
• Reviewing your own work to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Contributing to the development of junior colleagues within the team

What We're Looking For:

• AAT qualified (recently qualified or experienced at this level)
• Experience working within an accountancy practice
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and processes
• Confident using cloud accounting software such as Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team

If you’re looking to join a supportive firm where your career development is prioritised, this Accounts Assistant role could be the perfect fit. For more details, please contact Annie today.