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 clients with statutory reporting and preparation of financial statements. The ideal candidate should be AAT qualified or part qualified ACA/ACCA with at least 2 years of experience. This permanent position offers a competitive salary between £30,000 and £35,000 and a supportive working environment with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Professional training and certification support

Competitive salary

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in an accountancy practice.
• Experience in the preparation of financial statements, corporation tax returns and VAT Returns.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Preparation of financial statements

Knowledge of corporation tax returns

Experience with VAT Returns

Excellent IT skills

Education

AAT qualified or ACA/ACCA part qualified

Tools

MS Office

Sage

Xero

Job description

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.