Accounts Technician

Trial Balance Consulting; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Trial Balance Consulting in Teignmouth is seeking an Accounts Technician to join a busy practice. The role offers exposure to accounts, tax, bookkeeping and management accounting for a diverse client portfolio.

The successful candidate will be AAT qualified (or equivalent) with at least three years’ practice experience and familiarity with cloud-based accounting software. Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines are essential.

Qualifications

• AAT qualified, or hold an equivalent qualification, and have at least three years' experience gained within an accountancy practice environment.
• Experience using cloud-based accounting software will be highly beneficial.
• Strong understanding of accounts preparation, bookkeeping and tax compliance work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Prepare self-assessment and corporation tax returns.
• Complete VAT returns and assist with ongoing VAT requirements.
• Prepare management accounts for a varied client base.
• Undertake monthly bookkeeping assignments.
• Liaise with clients to obtain information and respond to queries.
• Work closely with colleagues to meet deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communications

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Cloud-based accounting software

Job description

Accounts Technician - Teignmouth - £27,000 - £35,000

A varied workload, interesting clients and the opportunity to build on your existing accountancy practice experience. If you're looking to join a supportive team where you'll have exposure to a broad range of accounting and tax work, this could be the perfect opportunity.

An established accountancy practice in Teignmouth is looking to recruit an Accounts Technician to join its experienced team. This is a hands-on role offering exposure to accounts, tax, bookkeeping and management accounting assignments for a diverse client portfolio.

The role of Accounts Technician will include:

• Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Preparing self-assessment tax returns and corporation tax returns
• Completing VAT returns and supporting clients with their ongoing VAT requirements
• Preparing management accounts for a varied client base
• Undertaking monthly bookkeeping assignments
• Liaising with clients to obtain information and respond to day-to-day accounting queries
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure deadlines are consistently achieved

The successful Accounts Technician will be:

AAT qualified, or hold an equivalent qualification, and have at least three years' experience gained within an accountancy practice environment. Experience using cloud-based accounting software will be highly beneficial, alongside a strong understanding of accounts preparation, bookkeeping and tax compliance work.

As an Accounts Technician, you'll have excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines. You'll also be a confident communicator who enjoys working both independently and as part of a team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Technician to join a successful accountancy practice where you'll benefit from a varied workload, regular client interaction and a supportive team environment.