Assistant Accountant

Workforce Staffing; Stroud; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Workforce Staffing and our client in Stroud are seeking an Assistant Accountant who is part-qualified or QBE to join a forward-thinking practice. The role offers flexible hours (full-time or part-time) and genuine career development opportunities.

You will work with a varied client portfolio, building relationships while developing technical accounting skills across management accounts, VAT, year-end work and client reporting.

Qualifications

• At least three years' hands-on accounting experience.
• Practice/accountancy experience preferred.
• AAT or ACCA studies, part-qualified status or strong QBE experience.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and year-end processes.
• Experience with Sage, Xero and/or QuickBooks.
• Proficient with Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing monthly and quarterly management accounts for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Producing management reports and supporting financial information.
• Preparing VAT returns, bank reconciliations and routine accounting schedules.
• Assisting with year-end accounts preparation, including working papers and lead schedules.
• Supporting statutory accounts and tax return preparation using TaxCalc.
• Working with accounting software including Sage, Xero and QuickBooks.
• Depending on experience, preparing accounts and tax returns for individuals, partnerships and limited companies.
• Developing strong client relationships through regular telephone, email and face-to-face communication.
• Getting involved in additional projects, including cash flow forecasting, business consultancy and other ad hoc client assignments.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Proactive attitude

Education

AAT/ACCA studies or QBE

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Assistant Accountant - Part Qualified

Location: Stroud, Gloucestershire
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Hours: Full-time
Contract: Permanent

Flexibility, variety and genuine career development

Are you looking for an accountancy role that offers more than just another set of accounts to prepare?

I am working exclusively with a forward-thinking and progressive accountancy practice in the Stroud area to recruit an experienced Assistant Accountant to join its growing team.

As the exclusive recruitment partner for this opportunity, I will be managing the recruitment process directly and can offer you a confidential insight into the firm, its culture, the team and what makes this opportunity different.

One of the biggest attractions is the flexibility. Whether you are looking for a full-time position or prefer part-time hours, there is genuine scope to agree a working pattern that fits around your commitments.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established, forward-thinking accountancy practice that embraces a varied and client-focused approach.

You won't be restricted to working on the accounts of just one business. Instead, you'll gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients, developing your technical knowledge and building meaningful relationships along the way.

The firm is keen to hear from someone with at least three years' practical accounting experience, ideally within practice, who is looking for their next step.

You may be studying towards AAT or ACCA, part-qualified, or qualified by experience (QBE). What matters most is your practical ability, enthusiasm and desire to develop.

What will you be doing?

Working alongside experienced and supportive senior colleagues, your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing monthly and quarterly management accounts for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Producing management reports and supporting financial information.
• Preparing VAT returns, bank reconciliations and routine accounting schedules.
• Assisting with year-end accounts preparation, including working papers and lead schedules.
• Supporting statutory accounts and tax return preparation using TaxCalc.
• Working with accounting software including Sage, Xero and QuickBooks.
• Depending on experience, preparing accounts and tax returns for individuals, partnerships and limited companies.
• Developing strong client relationships through regular telephone, email and face-to-face communication.
• Getting involved in additional projects, including cash flow forecasting, business consultancy and other ad hoc client assignments.

What are we looking for?

• At least three years' hands-on accounting experience.
• Previous accountancy practice experience would be advantageous.
• AAT or ACCA studies, part-qualified status or strong QBE experience.
• A sound understanding of accounting principles and year-end processes.
• Experience with Sage, Xero and/or QuickBooks.
• Good knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A personable approach and confidence when dealing with clients.
• Someone proactive, enthusiastic and keen to continue developing.