Accounts Technician

ProTalent; Lewes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accountancy firm in Brighton is seeking an enthusiastic Accounts Technician. This role offers a hands-on experience with year-end accounts preparation, tax return management, and bookkeeping using Xero. The firm values a supportive atmosphere, allowing for both professional autonomy and team collaboration. Ideal candidates have a year of practice in accounting, confidence with VAT, a positive can-do attitude, and relevant qualifications such as AAT or ACCA. Join a firm where you can thrive and enjoy a welcoming team culture.

Benefits

Warm team atmosphere

Professional development opportunities

Fun office culture with office dog

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in an accountancy practice is ideal.
• Must have a solid grounding in accounts, VAT, and bookkeeping.
• Confidence with Xero and willingness to improve cloud accounting skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for clients.
• Manage corporation and personal tax returns.
• Ensure VAT returns and MTD compliance.

Skills

Experience in accountancy practice

Grounding in accounts, VAT, and bookkeeping

Confidence using Xero

Positive attitude and team mentality

Enjoys variety and client assistance

Education

AAT part or fully qualified

Part-qualified ACCA

Tools

Xero

Job description

Accounts Technician

Are you looking to join a genuinely supportive and friendly accountancy firm where your work makes a real difference and you’re more than just a number? We’re working with a small but growing practice in central Brighton that’s on the lookout for an enthusiastic Accounts Technician to join their team.

This firm offers the perfect blend of professionalism and personality, delivering high‑quality client service with a down‑to‑earth, people‑first approach (and yes, there’s even an office dog).

About the Role

This is a varied, hands‑on role where you will get amazing well‑rounded exposure. You'll be working with a portfolio of small businesses and individuals, supporting them across :

• Year‑end accounts preparation
• Corporation and personal tax returns
• VAT returns and Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance
• Bookkeeping using Xero
• Payroll processing

Client liaison and general support

You'll gain full exposure across all aspects of general practice work, ideal if you're looking to build or broaden your experience in a supportive environment.

What They’re Looking For

• Experience working in an accountancy practice (ideally 1+ year)
• Solid grounding in accounts, VAT, and bookkeeping
• Confidence using Xero and a willingness to deepen your cloud accounting skills
• A positive, can‑do attitude and a team‑first mentality
• Someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in their work, and loves helping clients
• Qualifications such as AAT part or fully qualified, part‑qualified ACCA, or qualified by experience are important but your attitude and approach are just as important.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Warm, welcoming team who genuinely care about their staff and clients
• A great balance of autonomy and support
• Lovely office in the heart of Brighton
• Trust with no micromanagement
• Progression and learning opportunities as the firm grows
• And of course, the office dog

Location

Based in central Brighton, easily commutable by public transport or bike, and surrounded by great coffee shops for that all-important mid‑morning caffeine fix.

Interested?

If you’re ready to join a close‑knit firm that values people, supports your development, and keeps things human, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your accountancy career with a firm where you’ll feel right at home.