Assistant Accountant

Salary: £31,000 - £33,000
Location: Reading
Join one of the top 10 accountancy firms in Britain and take the next step in your career as an Accounting & Financial Reporting Assistant! We're looking for a detail-oriented and client-focused professional to join our growing Consulting team.

About the Role

Our Consulting team delivers a range of financial and business support solutions, helping clients navigate complex challenges and achieve their strategic goals. As an Accounting & Financial Reporting Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting clients with financial reporting, VAT returns, and management accounts preparation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare management accounts under supervision, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Assist in the preparation of VAT returns.
• Maintain well-documented files with sufficient evidence for review.
• Provide excellent client service, ensuring high-quality work at all times.
• Identify inaccuracies in client work and take action to correct them.
• Meet deadlines and proactively seek advice when needed.

What We're Looking For:

• AAT Level 3 or above or ACCA part-qualified.
• Previous experience working in an accountancy practice is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (A-C), including a B in Maths and English.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer:

We value our people and offer a flexible rewards and benefits package to help you thrive both professionally and personally, including:
Hybrid & flexible working options.
25 days holiday (with the option to purchase additional days).
Lifestyle, health & wellbeing benefits, including access to a virtual GP, electric car scheme, and financial wellbeing tools.
Access to a suite of 300+ training courses for career development.
If you're looking to grow your career within a top 10 UK accountancy firm, we'd love to hear from you!