Accounts Semi-Senior / Assistant Manager (Hybrid + Training)

Placr Recruitment; Bexhill-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid after probation

25 days holiday

Pension

Cycle-to-work

Free flu vaccinations

Enhanced parental pay

Social events

Training & progression

IC AEW/ACCA/AAT training employer

Job summary

Placr Recruitment is seeking an Accounts Semi-Senior/Assistant Manager for the Bexhill team. The role will suit a developing accountant or someone stepping up to greater responsibility within a growing firm.

You will prepare accounts and tax returns, support client portfolios, and liaise directly with clients. The position offers hybrid working after probation and practical training within ICAEW/ACCA/AAT pathways.

Qualifications

• At least three years' relevant experience within an accountancy practice.
• Ideally AAT Level 3 or above, ACCA or ICAEW qualified or part-qualified.
• Experience preparing accounts and tax returns.
• Strong knowledge of QuickBooks and Xero.
• IRIS experience would be an advantage.
• Confident Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to liaise directly with clients and meet deadlines.
• Professional and discreet handling of client information.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts and tax returns for sole traders and limited companies.
• Support a varied portfolio of small and medium-sized businesses.
• Liaise directly with clients and resolve queries.
• Manage client records, appointments and administrative tasks.
• Complete bookkeeping and support financial reporting.
• Manage invoices, track expenses and prepare reports.
• Collect, organise and analyse practice data.
• Coordinate with colleagues, other departments and external providers.
• Help ensure clients receive an accurate, efficient and professional service.

Skills

3+ yrs exp

Client liaison

Organised

Attention to deadlines

Education

AAT Level 3 or higher

ACCA/ICAEW qualified or part-qualified

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

IRIS

Excel

Job description

Placr Recruitment is seeking an Accounts Semi-Senior/Assistant Manager for the Bexhill team. The role will suit a developing accountant or someone stepping up to greater responsibility within a growing firm.

You will prepare accounts and tax returns, support client portfolios, and liaise directly with clients. The position offers hybrid working after probation and practical training within ICAEW/ACCA/AAT pathways.