Accounts Assistant

S&W; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Birmingham is seeking a talented individual to prepare financial accounts and manage client portfolios. The role offers support for professional qualifications and a hybrid working model. Join a team dedicated to high-quality work and client satisfaction.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Pension contribution

Generous holiday package

Fully funded training for professional qualifications

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loan

Eye care support

Qualifications

• Studying towards ACCA/ACA/AAT or relevant work experience.
• Knowledgeable about FRS102, FRS 102 1a, and FRS105 standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual financial statements for tax purposes.
• Manage a portfolio of clients.
• Prepare VAT returns and compliance tasks.

Skills

Knowledge of accounting standards

Results-oriented

Teamwork

Education

ACCA/ACA/AAT

Tools

Cloud-based software

Job description

Company Description

At S&W, we help our clients thrive by simplifying the complex, illuminating new paths, and shaping solutions that make a difference. As one of the UK’s top 10 fastest-growing accountancy firms, we have been a trusted partner since 1881—helping businesses and individuals meet challenges and seize opportunities across generations.

Built on expertise and driven by ambition, we provide a comprehensive range of services, including tax and accountancy, advisory and assurance, corporate finance, and restructuring. We are defined by our purpose—to help navigate challenges, unlock potential, and achieve the extraordinary.

Job Description

What will you be doing?

We're seeking a talented individual to join our team in Birmingham, primarily responsible for preparing annual financial accounts within the timeframe agreed with the client or required by statute. The role also involves accurate processing of clients' financial data, preparing monthly/quarterly management accounts, and undertaking VAT returns and compliance tasks.

Support for AAT/ACCA qualifications may be available for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual financial statements, including statutory, partnership, sole trader, and trust accounts for tax purposes.
• Manage a portfolio of clients.
• Visit client premises to undertake on-site accounting needs as required.
• Input client transactions into computerised ledger systems as required.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly management accounts for clients as needed.
• Prepare VAT returns, Intrastat, and ECC sales lists based on financial data provided by clients.
• Handle VAT services such as registration, deregistration, and options to tax as required.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you should be:

• Studying towards ACCA/ACA/AAT or have relevant work experience.
• Knowledgeable about FRS102, FRS 102 1a, and FRS105 standards.
• Experienced with computerised accounting packages, including cloud-based software.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Results-oriented with a focus on high-quality work and meeting deadlines.
• Knowledgeable of accounting standards.

Additional Information

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Pension contribution
• Hybrid working model (role dependent)
• Generous holiday package with options to purchase additional days
• Shared parental leave
• Fully funded training for professional qualifications
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Eye care support

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We offer accommodations for applicants with needs throughout the application process. Please inform your Recruiter of any requirements.