Accounts Clerk

Autograph Specialist Recruitment Limited; Devizes; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Autograph Recruitment are supporting a well-established accountancy practice in Devizes to recruit an Accounts Technician. You will gain exposure to accounts preparation, tax compliance, bookkeeping and client advisory work while building strong professional relationships.

The successful candidate will have experience in an accountancy practice, along with AAT qualification or equivalent, and be proficient in Xero, QuickBooks, Excel and Word.

Qualifications

• Experience working in an accountancy practice.
• AAT qualification or part-qualified status.
• Experience preparing accounts for varied client types.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping, VAT and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with Xero, QuickBooks, Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements for clients.
• Prepare personal and corporation tax computations and returns.
• Deliver bookkeeping and management accounting services.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Maintain accurate client records.
• Complete Companies House and HMRC filings within deadlines.
• Support clients with accounting queries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Client service

Time management

Education

AAT qualification or part-qualified

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Accounts Technician

Devizes

Autograph Recruitment are delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice in Weston-super-Mare, seeking an Accounts Clerkto join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice professional looking to further develop their career within a supportive and progressive environment. Working with a varied portfolio of clients, you will gain exposure to accounts preparation, tax compliance, bookkeeping and client advisory work while building strong professional relationships and delivering a high standard of service.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders.
• Prepare personal and corporation tax computations and returns.
• Deliver bookkeeping and management accounting services for a diverse client portfolio.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for clients.
• Complete Companies House and HMRC filings within required deadlines.
• Support clients with day-to-day accounting and taxation queries.

About You

The successful candidate will have previous experience within an accountancy practice and be confident managing a varied workload while maintaining excellent levels of accuracy and client service. You will be organised, proactive and keen to continue developing your technical accounting skills.

You should ideally possess:

• Previous experience working as an Accounts Technician, Accounts Assistant or similar within an accountancy practice.
• AAT qualification, part-qualified status or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience preparing accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping, VAT and financial reporting requirements.
• Good working knowledge of Xero, QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel and Word.