Accounts Technician

Acorn by Synergie; Axminster; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Annual salary reviews

Pension contributions

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting an experienced Accounts Technician to join their Axminster practice, handling a varied client portfolio. You will prepare VAT returns, bookkeeping, statutory accounts, and tax computations for individuals and businesses.

The role is ideally full-time (36.25 hours) with part-time options, offering hybrid and flexible working and annual salary reviews in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or QBE required.
• ACA or ACCA part-qualified candidates will also be considered.
• Experienced in accountancy practice essential.
• Strong bookkeeping and VAT return experience.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns.
• Complete bookkeeping for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Prepare simple statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders.
• Prepare personal and corporate tax computations and returns.
• Submit documents to HMRC and Companies House.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and information.
• Support Partners and Managers with client queries and administrative tasks.
• Visit client premises when required.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT returns

Client communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Education

AAT or QBE

ACA/ACCA Part Qualified

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Accounts Technician | Bookkeeper | Practice Accountant | AAT Accountant | Accounts Assistant

Axminster | £30,000-£34,000 per annum (DOE) | Full-Time or Part-Time | Hybrid & Flexible Working | Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of a respected Top 50 accountancy practice for an experienced Accounts Technician to join their friendly and supportive team in Axminster.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Bookkeeper, Accounts Technician, or Practice Accountant looking to work with a varied client portfolio while developing their career within a collaborative and well-established accountancy practice.

The role is ideally full-time (36.25 hours per week), although part-time applicants will also be considered. Hybrid and flexible working options are available.

Key Duties

• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns.
• Complete bookkeeping for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Prepare simple statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders.
• Prepare personal and corporate tax computations and returns.
• Submit documents to HMRC and Companies House.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and financial information.
• Support Partners and Managers with client queries and administrative tasks.
• Visit client premises when required.

Requirements

• AAT qualified or Qualified by Experience (QBE).
• ACA or ACCA Part Qualified candidates will also be considered.
• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice (essential).
• Strong bookkeeping and VAT return experience.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts.
• Good working knowledge of Xero, QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload effectively.

What We Offer

• £30,000-£34,000 per annum, with flexibility for ACA/ACCA Part Qualified candidates depending on experience.
• Hybrid and flexible working.
• Full-time or part-time opportunities.
• Annual salary reviews.
• 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 days with service.
• Holiday buy/sell scheme and holiday carry-over.
• Enhanced employer pension contributions.
• Death in Service benefit (3x salary).
• Health and wellbeing scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Private Medical Insurance options.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Friendly, supportive team with genuine career progression opportunities.