Accounts Technician

Acorn by Synergie; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid & flexible working

Annual salary reviews

Employer pension contributions

Private medical insurance options

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting an Accounts Technician to join a Top 50 accountancy practice in Axminster. The role offers 36.25 hours per week, with full-time or part-time options and hybrid working. You will handle VAT, bookkeeping, statutory accounts, and tax computations for a varied client portfolio.

The position suits someone with AAT/QBE, practice experience, and strong software knowledge (Xero, QuickBooks). Axminster base, competitive salary, and flexible working are offered.

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or QBE required.
• ACA or ACCA part qualification considered.
• Experience in an accountancy practice is essential.
• Strong bookkeeping and VAT return experience.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts.
• Good working knowledge of Xero, QuickBooks, Excel and Word.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload.

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 financial information.
• Support Partners and Managers with client queries and administrative tasks.
• Visit client premises when required.

Skills

AAT or QBE

Practice accounting experience

Bookkeeping

VAT returns

Statutory accounts prep

Xero

QuickBooks

Excel

Word

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Deadline management

Education

AAT qualification 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.

Interested?

If you're looking for your next opportunity as an Accounts Technician, Bookkeeper, Practice Accountant, AAT Accountant, or Accounts Assistant in Axminster, apply today with your up-to-date CV.

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