Assistant Accountant

Armstrong Knight; Billericay; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable accounting firm in Billericay is looking for a tech-savvy accountant to join their team. The role involves using cloud software like Xero, assisting clients with software migration, and preparing management and statutory accounts. Candidates should have experience in accounting practices and be proficient in bookkeeping software. The company offers competitive salary and advanced training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent study arrangements

Advanced software training

Qualifications

• Experience with accounting practices is required.
• Proficiency in Xero and Receipt Bank is essential.
• Familiarity with Iris software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor client operations using cloud software.
• Assist clients with software migration.
• Support automation and app integration.
• Prepare management and statutory accounts.
• Draft tax computations and liaise with HMRC.

Skills

Experience of working within a practice

Advanced user of bookkeeping software (Xero, Receipt Bank)

Adept at third-party apps and software integration

Knowledge of Iris Accountancy software

Tools

Xero

Receipt Bank

Iris Accountancy software

Job description

Overview

Armstrong Knight are proud to be working with a forward-thinking company of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers who are now looking for a tech-savvy accountant to join their growing team. They offer a competitive salary (subject to skills and experience), excellent study arrangements and advanced software training. They are a single-location practice with an excellent reputation, providing a full range of accounting and business advisory services to corporates, owner-managed businesses and private clients across the South East of England.

What skills and experience would I need?

• Experience of working within a practice
• Advanced user of bookkeeping software (predominantly Xero and Receipt Bank)
• Adept at third-party apps and software integration
• Knowledge of Iris Accountancy software would be an advantage but not essential

What would my duties be?

• Monitor client operations cloud software, predominantly Xero
• Assist new clients with software migration
• Support clients and the team with advanced automation and third-party app integration
• Prepare management accounts and statutory accounts
• Draft tax computations and liaise with HMRC as required

How do I progress my application?

If you can satisfy most of the pre-requisites of this role, please apply directly or contact our Recruitment Consultant Demi Martyn who will be delighted to discuss this role with you.