Digital Finance - Assistant Accountant

BHP, Chartered Accountants; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

BHP, Chartered Accountants in Sheffield is seeking a Digital Finance Accounts Assistant to support clients with outsourced bookkeeping and finance tasks while driving adoption of digital accounting solutions.

You will work closely with colleagues and clients to keep records accurate and up to date, assist with month-end, VAT, reconciliations, and help transition clients to cloud software, developing strong relationships and embracing technology to improve processes.

Qualifications

• Currently studying AAT Level 3 or AAT Level 4.
• Has some experience in an accounts, bookkeeping, finance administration or accounts assistant role.
• Has strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Is comfortable using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Has strong organisational and time management skills.
• Enjoys learning new systems and technologies.
• Has a positive, proactive approach and a willingness to learn.
• Enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.
• Has strong communication skills and a client‑focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Managing bank reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.
• Assisting with payment runs and supplier payments.
• Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records using cloud accounting software.
• Processing and reconciling employee expenses.
• Preparing VAT returns and supporting compliance requirements.
• Managing client finance inboxes and responding to queries.
• Supporting month‑end and year‑end accounting processes.
• Assisting with management accounts preparation.
• Helping clients transition to and make best use of digital accounting systems.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies through technology.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.

Skills

Strong numerical skills

Analytical skills

Good communication

Client-focused mindset

Education

AAT Level 3 or Level 4 (studying)

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Description

BHP is a leading accountancy and business advisory firm, providing expert support to ambitious businesses and individuals across the UK. As part of Sumer, a growing network of regional accountancy practices, we combine local relationships with national expertise to deliver exceptional client service.

Department: Digital Finance

Location: Sheffield

Description

BHP is a leading accountancy and business advisory firm, providing expert support to ambitious businesses and individuals across the UK. As part of Sumer, a growing network of regional accountancy practices, we combine local relationships with national expertise to deliver exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities

As a Digital Finance Accounts Assistant, you'll support clients with a variety of outsourced finance and bookkeeping activities while helping them embrace digital accounting solutions. Working closely with colleagues and clients, you'll ensure financial records are accurate, up to date, and delivered to the highest standard.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, has strong attention to detail, and is passionate about using technology to improve finance processes.

• Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately and efficiently
• Managing bank reconciliations and investigating discrepancies
• Assisting with payment runs and supplier payments
• Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records using cloud accounting software
• Processing and reconciling employee expenses
• Preparing VAT returns and supporting compliance requirements
• Managing client finance inboxes and responding to queries
• Supporting month‑end and year‑end accounting processes
• Assisting with management accounts preparation
• Helping clients transition to and make best use of digital accounting systems
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies through technology
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Is currently studying AAT Level 3 or AAT Level 4
• Has some experience in an accounts, bookkeeping, finance administration or accounts assistant role
• Has strong numerical and analytical skills
• Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Is comfortable using accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Has strong organisational and time management skills
• Enjoys learning new systems and technologies
• Has a positive, proactive approach and a willingness to learn
• Enjoys working as part of a collaborative team
• Has strong communication skills and a client‑focused mindset

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