Accounts Semi Senior

Aspire Jobs; Ringwood; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Jobs is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant/Bookkeeper for a role in Ringwood, United Kingdom. You will handle year-end accounts, year-end tasks for various client types, and perform bookkeeping across a diverse portfolio.

The position emphasizes accuracy, timely VAT submissions, and close collaboration with colleagues to improve workflows and client service. This role offers long-term career progression within a stable practice.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing year-end accounts for various entity types (sole traders, partnerships, limited companies).
• Proven bookkeeping experience across a varied client portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Complete bookkeeping assignments across a varied client portfolio.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and resolve queries.
• Liaise with clients for information and updates.

Skills

UK accounting principles

Bookkeeping

Client communication

Time management

Software knowledge

Education

Tools

Xero

Job description

The Role

• Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies


• Completing bookkeeping assignments across a varied client portfolio


• Preparing and submitting VAT returns


• Maintaining accurate accounting records and resolving bookkeeping queries


• Reviewing client records and identifying missing or incomplete information


• Liaising directly with clients to obtain information and provide clear updates


• Working with cloud-based accounting software, including Xero


• Supporting the timely onboarding and progression of new client work


• Managing multiple assignments and ensuring deadlines are met


• Assisting with management accounts and wider general practice duties where required


• Working closely with colleagues to improve workflow and reduce turnaround times


• Ensuring all work is completed accurately and in line with practice standards

This role would suit an experienced Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper or developing Accounts Semi-Senior who is looking for greater responsibility and a secure long-term career move.