Accounts Assistant / Semi-Senior

TPF Recruitment; Alton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established firm of Chartered Accountants in Alton is seeking an Accounts Semi Senior or experienced Accounts Assistant. The role involves preparing client accounts, completing tax returns, and providing excellent customer service. Candidates should have experience in an accountancy practice and a positive attitude towards career development. Full study support and career progression opportunities are offered.

Benefits

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension with 3% employer and 5% employee contribution

Full study support for professional qualifications

Healthcare benefits for certain staff levels

Qualifications

• Some experience within an accountancy practice is essential.
• Good understanding of accounts preparation and basic tax.
• Genuine interest in developing your career is important.

Responsibilities

• Prepare limited company accounts and corporation tax returns.
• Complete self-assessment tax returns for individuals and partnerships.
• Assist with VAT returns and management accounts preparation.
• Support clients with queries providing excellent customer service.
• Work as part of a collaborative team, meeting deadlines.

Skills

Experience within an accountancy practice

Understanding of accounts preparation

Experience with software such as Xero or QuickBooks

Positive, can-do attitude

Education

AAT qualified or part-qualified ACA/ACCA

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Accounts Semi Senior / Accounts Assistant

Location: Alton, Hampshire

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 (depending on experience)

TPF Recruitment are delighted to be working with a well-established and friendly firm of Chartered Accountants based in Alton, Hampshire, who are looking for an Accounts Semi Senior (or an experienced Accounts Assistant) to join their growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with some previous experience in accountancy practice who is looking to build on their skills and progress their career in a supportive environment.

About the Role

You'll be working closely with a diverse client portfolio, including limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships across a variety of industries. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Preparing limited company accounts and corporation tax returns
• Completing self‑assessment tax returns for individuals and partnerships
• Assisting with VAT returns and management accounts preparation
• Supporting clients with queries and providing excellent customer service
• Working as part of a collaborative team, ensuring deadlines are met and quality standards maintained

This is a role that will grow with you. As your knowledge develops, you'll have the chance to take on more responsibility and become an integral part of the client service team.

Requirements

To be successful, you'll ideally have:

• Some experience within an accountancy practice (essential)
• A good understanding of accounts preparation and basic tax
• Experience with software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or similar
• A positive, can‑do attitude and a genuine interest in developing your career within practice

Whether you're AAT qualified, part‑qualified ACA/ACCA, or currently studying, our client offers full support to help you progress your qualifications and career.

Benefits

In return for your hard work, you'll enjoy a great range of benefits including:

• Holiday allowance: 20 days plus bank holidays (rising with tenure)
• Pension: 3% employer and 5% employee contribution
• Full study support to help you achieve your professional qualifications
• Healthcare benefits (available for certain levels of staff)

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a forward‑thinking firm that truly values its team and offers long‑term career development.

If you're an ambitious accounts professional looking for a new challenge in Alton, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through Kourtney Luckett at TPF Recruitment to find out more.