Accounts Technician

Trial Balance Consulting Ltd.; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Trial Balance Consulting Ltd. in Cheltenham is recruiting an experienced Accounts Technician to join its busy practice, offering regular client contact and a broad range of accounting tasks.

You will prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies, assist with personal and corporate tax, complete VAT returns, and maintain accurate records across a varied client portfolio. Strong communication and organization are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accountancy practice handling accounts preparation, bookkeeping and VAT.
• AAT qualification desirable or equivalent experience.
• Ability to manage own workload with strong client service skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Assisting with personal and corporate tax returns.
• Completing VAT returns and bookkeeping assignments.
• Maintaining accurate accounting records across a varied client portfolio.
• Liaising with clients to obtain information and resolve day-to-day queries.
• Supporting senior colleagues with accounting and taxation assignments.
• Ensuring work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.

Skills

Accounts preparation

VAT

Bookkeeping

Client liaison

Communication skills

Education

AAT qualification

Job description

A varied workload, good client relationships and the opportunity to continue developing your accountancy career.

This accountancy practice in Cheltenham, known for its strong client relationships and professional approach, is looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Technician to join its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practice accountant looking for a broad role, regular client contact and the chance to build on their existing technical skills.

As Accounts Technician, your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Assisting with personal and corporate tax returns
• Completing VAT returns and bookkeeping assignments
• Maintaining accurate accounting records across a varied client portfolio
• Liaising with clients to obtain information and resolve day-to-day queries
• Supporting senior colleagues with a range of accounting and taxation assignments
• Ensuring work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines

The successful Accounts Technician will:

Have previous experience gained within an accountancy practice and be confident working across accounts preparation, bookkeeping and VAT.

AAT qualification would be advantageous, although candidates who are qualified by experience will also be considered. You'll be organised, accurate and comfortable managing your own workload, with strong communication skills and a professional approach to client service.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice accountant to join a successful firm where you'll have the chance to broaden your technical experience, build strong client relationships and continue developing your career.