Assistant Accountant

ACCA Careers; Cranbrook; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A small accountancy firm in Goudhurst is seeking an Assistant Accountant to assist with statutory reporting and prepare financial statements. The ideal candidate is AAT qualified or ACA/ACCA part qualified with a minimum of 2 years of experience in accountancy. The role offers a competitive salary between £30,000 and £35,000, and hybrid working opportunities, supporting professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development support

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in an accountancy practice.
• Experience in preparation of corporation tax returns.
• Experience with VAT Returns.

Responsibilities

• Assist Limited Company clients with statutory reporting.
• Prepare financial statements under FRS 102 and some IFRS.
• Support outsourced FD clients with management reporting.

Skills

AAT qualification

Preparation of financial statements

Excellent IT skills

Experience with Sage

Experience with Xero

Education

AAT qualified or ACA/ACCA part qualified

Tools

MS Office

Sage

Xero

Job description

Overview

Are you an aspiring Assistant Accountant with a keen interest in financial services? This permanent role in Goudhurst offers an excellent opportunity to develop your expertise in accounting and finance within a professional setting.

Client Details

This small-sized organisation operates within the accountancy industry, providing tailored accounting and finance solutions to its clients. Their focus lies on precision and efficiency, with a commitment to delivering top-notch results.

Description

• Assisting predominantly Limited Company clients with their statutory reporting
• Preparing financial statements, predominantly under FRS 102, but may include some IFRS.
• Preparing corporation tax returns
• Preparing VAT Returns
• Supporting outsourced FD clients with management reporting and ad hoc queries
• Reviewing bookkeeping records
• Assisting with the training of junior team members (new AAT trainees)

Profile

• AAT qualified or ACA/ACCA part qualified
• Have a minimum of 2 years experience in an accountancy practice
• Have experience in the preparation of financial statements, corporation tax returns and VAT Returns
• Have excellent IT skills; MS Office, Sage and Xero.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £35,000, depending on experience.
• A permanent position within the accounting and finance department in Goudhurst.
• A supportive working environment with a focus on professional excellence.
• Potential for additional training and certification support.
• Hybrid working.