Accounts Assistant (AAT)

A G Smith & Co Limited; Grimsby; Hybrid; GBP 27,909 - 31,032; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Pension 5%

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

All qualifications and subscriptions paid for

Job summary

A regional accounting firm in Grimsby is seeking a Bookkeeping professional to manage VAT preparation and assist with management accounts. The ideal candidate will have AAT Level 4 and excellent communication skills, along with the ability to build client relationships. This full-time role offers a salary of £27,909 – £31,032, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development. Join a supportive team focused on work/life balance in a brand-new office environment.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 is required for this role.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to build relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of bookkeeping and VAT Returns for clients.
• Assistance with preparation of management accounts and tax computations.
• Implementing cloud bookkeeping software into businesses.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Adaptable and flexible

Excellent time management

Ability to build relationships

Teamwork

Education

AAT Level 4

Tools

Cloud-based accounting software

Spreadsheets

Job description

Your role will expose you to a wide variety of industries, services and experience.

The core responsibilities will be to provide bookkeeping and VAT preparation services to clients, alongside assisting our Client Accountants with the preparation of management accounts, statutory accounts and tax computations.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of bookkeeping, VAT Returns & CIS Returns for clients.
• Use of spreadsheets, cloud-based accounting software, third-party administration applications etc. (tech-focused working).
• Implement cloud bookkeeping software into businesses, training clients & their team.
• Assistance with the preparation of management accounts, statutory accounts and tax computations under the direction of your Pod.
• Assistance with the preparation of specialised services commensurate with training/development requirements.

Skills, Quals. & Experience

• AAT Level 4 is required for this role.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to build relationships with clients and stakeholders throughout the business.
• Adaptable and flexible to deal with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Confident to work with clients and develop key relationships internally and externally.
• Be able to work as part of a team.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.

What’s on Offer?

The Pay Package

• Basic Salary £27,909 – £31,032 depending on experience.
• Employer Pension: 5% of salary above £6,240 (employee matched, salary sacrifice).
• Overtime: Paid at “total salary” rate. Treated as pensionable earnings.

Working Arrangements

• The role is preferably full-time, 37.50 hours full working week (09:00 to 17:00 Mon to Fri, with 30 minutes break).
• Flexible working outside of core hours / working from home available on request.
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays.

Learning & Development

• All qualifications & subscriptions paid for.
• 40 hours minimum CPD each year, during work hours.
• Weekly Pod Meetings.
• Quarterly 1-2-1s for Personal Development.

The Office

• A brand-new, custom designed office in Laceby, focusing on work/life balance.

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