Accounts Technician - Axminster

Hrgo-Recruitment; Axminster; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Wellbeing programme

Pension scheme

Private medical cover

Cycle to work

Buying/selling holiday

Job summary

Hrgo-Recruitment is seeking an Accounts Technician for Axminster, England. The role offers hybrid working and a salary of £30,000–£34,000 per year with annual salary reviews.

You will join a busy accountancy team, preparing VAT returns, bookkeeping, and straightforward accounts for a range of clients while maintaining accurate records and supporting daily accounting duties. Experience in practice and an AAT qualification (or equivalent) is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accountancy practice is preferred.
• Confident preparing VAT returns, bookkeeping, and straightforward accounts.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare VAT returns and bookkeeping for a range of clients.
• Prepare straightforward financial statements and accounts.
• Assist with general accounting and compliance tasks.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Support the wider team with day-to-day accounting duties.
• Participate in team projects and provide office support as needed.

Skills

VAT returns

Bookkeeping

Accounts prep

Communication

Education

AAT qualification or QBE; ACA/ACCA Part Qualified considered

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Accounts Technician - Axminster (20260703/SB/ATA) Axminster, England

Salary: GBP30000 - GBP34000 per annum + Hybrid

We are looking for an Accounts Technician to join a supportive and busy accountancy team. This role is ideal for someone with practice experience who enjoys working with a variety of businesses and has experience preparing VAT returns, bookkeeping, and simple accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare VAT returns and bookkeeping for a range of clients
• Prepare straightforward financial statements and accounts
• Assist with general accounting and compliance tasks
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
• Support the wider team with day-to-day accounting duties
• Participate in team projects and provide office support as needed

This list is indicative and the role may include other related responsibilities.

About You

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice
• AAT qualified or Qualified by Experience; ACA/ACCA Part Qualified candidates will also be considered
• Confident preparing VAT returns, bookkeeping, and straightforward accounts
• Professional, approachable, and able to build strong relationships
• Organised, resilient, and able to meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and good communication skills
• Comfortable using standard office software and accounting systems
• £30,000 - £34,000 plus annual salary review
• Flexible working including hybrid options
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 days after 3 years' service
• Life insurance cover at three times your salary
• Wellbeing and rewards programme, including 24/7 support via Employee Assistance
• Flexible perks such as buying/selling holiday, cycle to work, charitable giving, and private medical cover
• Bonuses for referring new team members or client introductions
• Pension scheme starting at 3%, increasing to 4%, with potential to match up to 6% after four years
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after one year

Yes, I am currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. No, I am not currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying.