Accounts Assistant in Bristol)

Pertemps; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accountancy practice in North Somerset is looking for a Trainee Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant. This role offers an exciting opportunity with full training and support towards an AAT qualification. Responsibilities include general bookkeeping using Xero, balancing accounts, and preparing VAT returns. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential. A competitive salary of £25,000 - £28,000 is on offer, with hybrid working available after training.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Study leave support towards AAT qualification

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with a problem-solving mindset.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• General bookkeeping duties using Xero, DEXT and Excel.
• Balancing accounts.
• Processing invoices.
• Completing bank reconciliations.
• Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns.

Skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving mindset

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Tools

Xero

DEXT

Excel

Job description

Trainee Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant

North Somerset

£25,000 - £28,000 (DOE)

Monday-Friday | 8am-4pm

Hybrid working available after training

Free on-site parking

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join a growing accountancy practice based in North Somerset, providing a full suite of accounting and business management support to a wide range of clients.

Previous experience as a bookkeeper or accounts assistant would be an advantage, but is not essential, as full training and support will be provided. Study leave and support towards the AAT qualification is also available.

This role offers the chance to begin a career in practice, with a clear pathway to becoming a fully proficient bookkeeper and management accountant.

Skills & Attributes

GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English

Strong organisational skills with a problem-solving mindset

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure

Key Responsibilities

General bookkeeping duties, predominantly using Xero, DEXT and Excel

Balancing accounts

Processing invoices

Completing bank reconciliations

Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns

If you are interested, please click Apply.