Assistant Accountant — Growth & Training in Greenwich

FIRE; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A small accountancy firm in London seeks an Assistant Accountant to join their growing team. Responsibilities include preparing VAT returns, bookkeeping up to trial balance, and drafting year-end accounts. The firm is dedicated to staff training and development, offering a supportive work environment. Ideal candidates will be fully qualified AAT or part qualified ACCA, possess excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach. Competitive salary based on experience with numerous benefits and a professional office environment.

Benefits

Laptop provided

Socials with the team

23 days paid holidays plus bank holidays

All statutory benefits (maternity, pensions)

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar accounting role.
• Professional and discrete with clients.
• Ability to work with multiple software.

Responsibilities

• Preparing VAT returns for clients.
• Bookkeeping up to trial balance for multiple clients.
• Drafting year-end accounts.
• Communicating effectively with clients and HMRC.
• Managing junior staff and supporting training.

Skills

Xero software experience

Great communication skills

Good computer skills

Self-starter

Can do attitude

Education

Fully qualified AAT

Part qualified ACCA

Job description

A small accountancy firm in London seeks an Assistant Accountant to join their growing team. Responsibilities include preparing VAT returns, bookkeeping up to trial balance, and drafting year-end accounts. The firm is dedicated to staff training and development, offering a supportive work environment. Ideal candidates will be fully qualified AAT or part qualified ACCA, possess excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach. Competitive salary based on experience with numerous benefits and a professional office environment.