Accounts Assistant — AAT Pathway & Client-Facing Finance

Larking Gowen LLP; Colchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday 24 days + 8 BH

Medicash Plan

Pension 5% employee 3% employer

Life Assurance

Annual salary review

Professional subscriptions

Job summary

Larking Gowen LLP is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join the Colchester team. You will prepare accounts, manage VAT, and support tax computations for a varied client base, utilizing Xero, QuickBooks, Sage and CCH. AAT Level 4 or near completion is preferred, with a focus on accuracy and client service.

The role offers full-time hours (37.5 per week) with a salary starting from £25,000, plus a benefits package and ongoing professional development opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 qualified or nearing completion.
• Desire to undertake further study.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Confident using cloud-based accounting software and Excel.
• Clear communicator who enjoys working with people and building relationships.
• Organised, proactive and able to manage workload effectively.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Able to work independently and seek support when needed.
• Experience in an accountancy practice is helpful but not essential; willingness to develop technical knowledge and client service is valued.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts and corporation tax returns for limited companies with guidance from senior team members.
• Prepare accounts for sole traders and partnerships and assist with tax computations and returns.
• Assist with bookkeeping, account reconciliations and maintenance of accurate financial records.
• Prepare VAT returns and support clients with digital record-keeping and filing requirements.
• Support other financial reporting tasks as required.
• Communicate with clients to gather information, respond to queries and build relationships.
• Ensure working papers and files meet internal quality standards.
• Use accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage and CCH.
• Contribute to smooth office operations and support colleagues across the team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cloud accounting

Excel proficiency

Strong communicator

Organised

Independent worker

Problem solving

Commercial awareness

Education

AAT Level 4 qualified

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

CCH

Job description

Larking Gowen LLP is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join the Colchester team. You will prepare accounts, manage VAT, and support tax computations for a varied client base, utilizing Xero, QuickBooks, Sage and CCH. AAT Level 4 or near completion is preferred, with a focus on accuracy and client service.

The role offers full-time hours (37.5 per week) with a salary starting from £25,000, plus a benefits package and ongoing professional development opportunities within a supportive team.