Accounts Assistant

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Walsall; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A small, independently owned accountancy practice in Walsall is seeking a proactive and customer-focused Accounting Assistant or Bookkeeper. The role involves supporting accountants, managing client contact, and assisting with bookkeeping tasks in a friendly team environment.

Benefits

Career progression and development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a practice or finance environment.
• Strong customer service skills and a client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the accounting team.
• Handle client communications via phone, email, and in person.
• Assist with bookkeeping duties and ad hoc financial tasks.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

AAT Level 2

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting software

Job description

Accounts Assistant/Bookkeeper

Location: Walsall, West Midlands
Hours: Full Time
Salary: circa 25,000

A small, independently owned accountancy practice in Walsall is seeking a proactive and customer-focused Accounting Assistant or Bookkeeper to join their growing team. Known for providing a friendly and personal service, the practice prides itself on its strong client relationships and supportive team environment.

Role overview:
This role is ideal for a motivated individual with strong organisational and communication skills, who enjoys a varied role supporting accountants and directly assisting clients. You will play a key role in day-to-day administration, managing client contact, and assisting with bookkeeping tasks.

Key duties:

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the accounting team
• Handle client communications via phone, email, and in person
• Book appointments and manage diaries
• Assist with bookkeeping duties and ad hoc financial tasks
• Support the team with document preparation and record keeping
• Respond to client queries and maintain a high level of customer service

Requirements:

• Experience in a similar role within a practice or finance environment
• Strong customer service skills and a client-focused approach
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks
• Competency in Microsoft Office; experience with accounting software is a plus

The ideal candidate:

• AAT Level 2 or above
• Prior experience in a small accountancy practice

The role offers:

• Independent practice with a supportive team culture
• Opportunities to build client-facing and professional skills
• Salary circa 25,000 based on experience
• Career progression and development opportunities

For more information, please contact:

Louise O'Grady
Senior Recruitment Consultant
T: (phone number removed)