Accounts Assistant: VAT & Tax Returns Training

SeavorChartered; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Job summary

SeavorChartered in Carlisle is seeking an Accounts Assistant with experience in an accountancy practice to join our Carlisle accounts team. You will prepare accounts and VAT Returns, support clients with their queries and help us deliver an accurate, timely and approachable service.

Working with our team, you will handle accounts for sole traders and partnerships, assist with personal tax returns when training provided, respond to client queries, and communicate with HMRC as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in an accounts assistant role within an accountancy practice.
• Part-qualified or qualified AAT.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and clear communication.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Preparing accounts for sole traders and partnerships.
• Preparing and checking client VAT Returns.
• Preparing client personal Tax Returns (training provided where required).
• Responding to client queries and providing practical support.
• Corresponding with HMRC on ad hoc client matters.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Organisational skills

Education

AAT qualification (part-qualified or qualified)

Tools

Excel

Job description

SeavorChartered in Carlisle is seeking an Accounts Assistant with experience in an accountancy practice to join our Carlisle accounts team. You will prepare accounts and VAT Returns, support clients with their queries and help us deliver an accurate, timely and approachable service.

Working with our team, you will handle accounts for sole traders and partnerships, assist with personal tax returns when training provided, respond to client queries, and communicate with HMRC as needed.