Corporate Accounts Assistant

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Bristol is seeking a Corporate Accounts Assistant for their Paulton team. The role is available as part-time or full-time with hybrid working options. Key responsibilities include preparing small company accounts, assisting with complex accounts, and managing client records. The ideal candidate will have AAT Level 3/4 or ACCA/ACA qualifications and experience in accounting software, particularly Xero. The position offers a supportive study package for professional qualifications and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Fully funded study package for AAT/ACCA/ACA qualifications

23 days holiday plus flexible bank holidays

Dedicated Wellbeing Day

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Cash Plan

Pension & Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Schemes

Cycle to Work scheme

Client/employee referral bonuses

Qualifications

• AAT Level 3/4 or ACCA/ACA Part-Qualified required.
• Experience preparing company accounts using accounting software.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review small company accounts and corporation tax returns.
• Assist with drafting more complex accounts for senior review.
• Support bookkeeping and updating of client records in Xero.

Skills

Experience preparing company accounts using accounting software

Strong IT skills, particularly Excel

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Education

AAT Level 3/4 or ACCA/ACA Part-Qualified

Degree (minimum 2:1) or at least 3 A-levels (A, B, B)

Tools

Xero

Job description

We are seeking a Corporate Accounts Assistant to join our Paulton accounts team. This role can be part-time (18–22 hours per week) or full-time and offers the opportunity to work with a varied client portfolio, gain hands-on accounts experience, and receive full support to pursue professional qualifications. Hybrid and flexible working options are available after probation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review small company accounts and corporation tax returns.
• Assist with drafting more complex accounts for senior review.
• Prepare dormant accounts to meet deadlines.
• Support bookkeeping and updating of client records in Xero.
• Assist UK and US tax teams with corporate client information.
• Basic dividend planning and drafting of basic partnership and non-resident company tax returns under guidance.
• Manage own workload and contribute as a flexible team player.

Candidate Requirements

• AAT Level 3/4 or ACCA/ACA Part-Qualified.
• Experience preparing company accounts using accounting software.
• Degree (minimum 2:1) or at least 3 A-levels (A, B, B) preferred.
• Strong IT skills, particularly Excel, and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Excellent communication, attention to detail, and professional approach.
• Knowledge of VAT, LLP accounts, international clients, or Xero is desirable but not essential.

Employment Details

• Part-time (preferred) or full-time permanent role.
• Core hours 9:00am–2:30pm for part-time; flexible around 10am–4pm.
• Hybrid working: three days in-office, two days remote after probation.

Benefits

• Study package fully funded to pursue AAT/ACCA/ACA qualifications.
• Holiday: 23 days plus flexible bank holidays, holiday trading, and additional holiday with service.
• Dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and MYNDUP wellbeing platform.
• Rewards, Health Cash Plan, Pension & Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Schemes, Cycle to Work, client/employee referral bonuses.
• Death in Service Life Assurance and enhanced family leave policies.
• ERIC recognition awards, long service awards, and regular employee events.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.