Accounts Associate

Rutherford Briant Recruitment; Southend-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Essex is seeking an Accounts Associate to assist with statutory accounts and tax preparations. This role offers a supportive environment for career development, with hybrid working options and comprehensive training programs to help achieve professional qualifications. The firm values diversity and encourages a wide range of applicants.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Birthday leave

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Part-qualified candidates accepted.
• Support provided for achieving ACA/ACCA qualifications.
• Enrolled in AAT for fundamental skills development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual statutory accounts and manage client records.
• Aid in tax and VAT return preparations.
• Work alongside HMRC and develop accounting insights.

Skills

Collaboration

Account Management

Client Relations

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 AAT qualification

Job description

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Amazing accounts associate opportunity arriving in Essex!

The client we are working with is a top 10 UK accountancy firm which promotes innovation, employee development, and collaboration. They are a leading firm of accountants operating across the UK, seeking a motivated and aspiring individual to join their Essex team.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation of annual statutory accounts and manage internal client records.
• Aid team members in collecting necessary information for completing tax and VAT returns.
• Work alongside HMRC and develop a strong understanding of accounting practices.
• Participate in fundamental compliance-related tasks.
• Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Provide assistance with general administrative duties.

Requirements:

• Level 2 or Level 3 AAT qualification (part-qualified candidates accepted).
• The client will enroll you in AAT to provide fundamental skills to build your future with the firm.
• The client will also fully support your studies, including paid study leave, mentorship, and coaching, with support towards achieving ACA/ACCA qualifications and becoming a qualified accountant.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working, flexible hours, and birthday leave.
• Regular social events.
• Private medical insurance.
• Life assurance.

Plus, many more!

If this opportunity interests you, please reach out to Dawid Lukasiak at 01371832922.

Rutherford Briant is passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage underrepresented talent to apply. We are committed to fair recruitment processes for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics.