Accounts Technician – Weston-super-Mare

Westcotts; Weston-super-Mare; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly team environment

Varied and meaningful work

Great wellbeing and work/life balance

Career growth opportunities

Hybrid working after onboarding

Annual salary reviews

Death in service 3x annual salary

Westfield Rewards and Health scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible benefits including Buy/Sell,

Job summary

Westcotts is seeking an Accounts Technician to join the Weston-super-Mare office on a permanent basis. You will provide high-quality accounting support to a varied client portfolio and develop technical skills within a supportive firm.

Work is hybrid after an initial office-based period; you will help deliver excellent service across the South West and contribute to a positive wellbeing and career growth environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as Accounts Technician or Accounts Assistant in practice.
• AAT qualification, or part-qualified or by experience considered.
• Experience preparing accounts for varied client types.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders.
• Prepare personal and company tax computations and returns.
• Provide bookkeeping and management accounting services.
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns and support VAT obligations.
• Maintain accurate client accounting records and documents.

Education

AAT qualification (part-qualified or by experience)

Tools

Word

Excel

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

We're Westcotts - a Top 50+50 Accountancy Practice and Real Living Wage Employer, with over 290 team members based across in Devon and Somerset.

We're looking for an Accounts Technician to join our Weston-super-Mare office on a permanent basis. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a progressive and people-focused accountancy practice.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a varied portfolio of clients, develop your technical expertise, and play an important role in delivering exceptional service to businesses and individuals across the South West.

Why Westcotts?

At Westcotts, we believe our people are our greatest asset. When you join us, you'll become part of a welcoming and supportive firm where your development is genuinely encouraged.

You'll benefit from:

• A friendly and collaborative team environment
• Varied and meaningful work that helps you develop your skills
• A genuine focus on wellbeing and work/life balance
• The opportunity to grow your career within an established and respected firm

Main Duties

This is a varied role where you'll work closely with clients and colleagues, providing high-quality accounting and taxation support. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
• Preparing personal and corporate tax computations and returns
• Providing bookkeeping and management accounting services across a range of clients
• Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns and supporting clients with their VAT obligations
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date accounting records for clients
• F iling Companies House and HM Revenue & Customs documentation on behalf of clients
• Supporting clients with day-to-day accounting queries and helping build strong working relationships
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with internal procedures, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements
• Providing general administrative support to Partners, Managers, and the wider office team as required

This list summarises the main duties of the role but is not exhaustive — you may be asked to support with additional tasks and projects at a similar level as required.

Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications

We're looking for someone who is organised, client-focused, and keen to continue developing their career in practice. Ideally, you'll have:

• Experience working at Accounts Technician or Accounts Assistant level within an accountancy practice
• AAT qualified however part-qualified or qualified by experience is also considered.
• Previous experience preparing accounts for limited companies and unincorporated businesses
• A positive, friendly, and approachable manner
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• A proactive approach and the ability to work independently when required
• A professional, discreet, and team-oriented attitude
• Good working knowledge of Word, Excel, Xero and Quickbooks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• The ability to present information clearly and professionally in emails, reports, and client correspondence
• Up to 36.25 hours / 5 days per week ideally though part-time would also be considered.
• Flexible and hybrid working is available is available after an initial office-based period to learn new systems etc..
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to 25 days plus bank holidays after 3 years' service.
• Annual salary review.
• Death in service 3 x annual salary.
• Access to Westfield Rewards and Health scheme.
• 24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline.
• Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving and Private Medical Insurance.
• Introducing clients and team member commission schemes.
• Pension 3% rising to 4% (but matched up to 6% after 4 years' service).
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay after one years' service.