Junior Accountant

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy and advisory practice is seeking a Junior Accountant in Chippenham. The role involves managing a client portfolio, bookkeeping, and preparing VAT returns, with opportunities for professional growth and training support. Candidates with AAT qualifications or solid bookkeeping experience are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Hybrid working environment

Training contracts available

Supportive working atmosphere

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or part-qualified or qualified by experience.
• Solid experience in preparing accounts and tax returns.
• Good working knowledge of tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage client portfolio, bookkeeping, VAT, year-end accounts.
• Prepare annual accounts and tax returns for companies and individuals.
• Ensure compliance with tax and accounting regulations.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Tax Returns

Financial Reporting

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

AAT Level 3 or 4

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Junior Accountant
Work Location: Chippenham
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days from home)
Salary: up to 30,000

About The Company

Our client is a modern and ambitious accountancy and advisory practice that embraces technology to deliver exceptional service to its clients. They are trusted not only for their compliance expertise but also for their ability to provide strategic advice, supporting clients on their business journey, helping them set direction, and achieve long-term success.

Joining this progressive team presents an excellent opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking environment, offering genuine prospects for professional growth and career development. The role includes a supportive working atmosphere that embraces hybrid working, alongside a relaxed and friendly office culture, a casual dress code, and a truly approachable team.

About The Opportunity

The role involves managing your own client portfolio, from bookkeeping and VAT to year-end accounts and tax returns. While prior practice experience is ideal, candidates with solid bookkeeping experience from other backgrounds will also be considered. AAT Level 3 or 4 is a bonus, but not essential, and training contracts would be available to support your career goals and further training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Bookkeeping and preparing VAT returns for a range of clients
• Reviewing monthly and annual client records for completeness and accuracy
• Preparing annual accounts and tax returns for companies and individuals
• Supporting clients with general financial queries and advice
• Collaborating with colleagues on client work and deadlines
• Ensuring compliance with tax and accounting regulations
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients and ensuring excellent service delivery

About You:

• AAT qualified or part- qualified or qualified by experience, further study support available for the right candidate
• Solid experience in preparing accounts and tax returns for both companies and individuals
• Good working knowledge of tax regulations and financial reporting standards
• Proficiency in accounting and bookkeeping software; familiarity with Xero is an advantage
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your own workload
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Good command of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

If you are a skilled and ambitious accounting professional who is looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. To apply for the Junior Accountant role, send your CV today, and we will review and contact you immediately. Your Talent Solutions is a recruitment company that specialises in projects and programmes.