Accounts Assistant — AAT Path & Training Support

W Talent; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Life assurance

Eye test support

AAT apprenticeship and study support

Training and career development

Social events and staff engagement

Volunteering opportunities

Staff discounts

Job summary

W Talent Finance, partnering with a well-established accountancy practice in Huddersfield, invites applications for an Accounts Assistant. You will support the accounts team with bookkeeping, VAT returns and year-end prep while developing your accounting skills towards an AAT apprenticeship.

This role offers structured learning, study support, and exposure to diverse services across practice and commerce sectors.

Qualifications

• Studying towards AAT or willing to undertake apprenticeship.
• Experience in accounts or administrative role is advantageous.
• Strong numerical skills with attention to detail.
• Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks.
• Excellent time management and willingness to learn.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional telephone manner.
• Proficient IT skills and ability to learn accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of annual accounts for a varied client base.
• Undertake bookkeeping duties, ensuring financial records are accurate and up to date.
• Assist with the preparation of VAT returns and supporting documentation.
• Complete bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies where required.
• Support the accounts team with a range of accounting functions and financial reporting activities.
• Develop an understanding of the processes involved in preparing a full set of financial accounts.
• Provide administrative support to colleagues, supervisors and managers across the practice.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and managers, seeking guidance where necessary.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure client information is handled confidentially.
• Assist with the organisation, filing, archiving and maintenance of client documentation.
• Manage incoming and outgoing post and provide general office administration support.
• Answer incoming telephone calls professionally and direct enquiries to the appropriate colleagues.
• Respond to colleagues and clients in a courteous and professional manner.
• Follow relevant policies, procedures and money laundering regulations.
• Participate in training and development activities, including working towards the AAT apprenticeship.
• Support the wider team in meeting client deadlines and achieving business objectives.
• Undertake additional accounting and administrative duties as required.

Skills

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Telephone manner

IT skills

Teamwork

Education

AAT apprenticeship

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

W Talent Finance, partnering with a well-established accountancy practice in Huddersfield, invites applications for an Accounts Assistant. You will support the accounts team with bookkeeping, VAT returns and year-end prep while developing your accounting skills towards an AAT apprenticeship.

This role offers structured learning, study support, and exposure to diverse services across practice and commerce sectors.