Assistant Accountant/Accountant

KCR; Washington; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

KCR Solutions are seeking an experienced Accountant/Assistant Accountant to join their established practice. You will prepare year-end accounts, VAT returns, and management accounts for a varied client portfolio, while ensuring accuracy and deadlines.

The role requires strong Excel skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with potential client site work. Full training and development are offered in a supportive environment, with opportunities to progress within a

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts, management accounts, VAT returns, and corporation tax computations.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience using Sage and/or Xero would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High standards of professionalism, integrity, and work ethic.
• Full clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Produce corporation tax computations accurately and to a high standard.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Produce management accounts and financial reports for clients.
• Review client accounting records and identify opportunities for process improvements and software efficiencies.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients.
• Provide support and advice on accounting systems and best practices.
• Work both within the office and at client premises when required.
• Ensure all work is completed within agreed deadlines and in line with professional standards.

Skills

AAT Level 4

Statutory accounts experience

VAT returns experience

Excel skills

Sage experience

Xero experience

Client communication

Time management

Independence

Teamwork

Education

AAT Level 4 or equivalent

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

KCR Solutions are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing accountancy practice for an experienced Accountant/Assistant Accountant to join their successful team.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to managing client relationships. They will be comfortable working to deadlines, managing their own workload, and contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Produce corporation tax computations accurately and to a high standard.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Produce management accounts and financial reports for clients.
• Review client accounting records and identify opportunities for process improvements and software efficiencies.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients.
• Provide support and advice on accounting systems and best practices.
• Work both within the office and at client premises when required.
• Ensure all work is completed within agreed deadlines and in line with professional standards.

Skills & Experience Required

• AAT Level 4 qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts, management accounts, VAT returns, and corporation tax computations.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience using Sage and/or Xero would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High standards of professionalism, integrity, and work ethic.
• Full clean UK driving licence.

This position offers the chance to join a respected and expanding accountancy practice that values its employees and is committed to providing a positive and rewarding working environment. The successful candidate will enjoy a varied role, exposure to a diverse client portfolio, and opportunities for continued career development.