Junior Accountant

Reed; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Study support

Career progression

Job summary

Reed is seeking an Accounts & Administration Assistant in West London to join a friendly team. The role offers training, study support, and exposure to a broad range of accounting tasks across sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.

You will work from both Twickenham and Uxbridge offices with hybrid working after probation, and you will gain experience in cloud accounting software, VAT, and personal tax returns while developing within the practice.

Qualifications

• 12 months experience within an accountancy practice
• AAT Level 2 or Level 3 qualified or studying towards
• Experience using Xero and/or QuickBooks
• Experience carrying out bank reconciliations
• Exposure to self-assessment tax returns
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Confident telephone manner
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills
• Eagerness to learn and develop within accountancy
• Ability to travel between Twickenham and Uxbridge offices

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Bookkeeping using cloud-based accounting software
• Process bank reconciliations
• Assist with VAT return preparation and submissions
• Support the preparation of personal tax returns
• Maintain accurate financial records
• Liaise with clients regarding bookkeeping and accounting queries
• Support senior accountants with client work and ad-hoc projects
• Answer incoming telephone calls and respond to client enquiries
• Manage client correspondence via email and post
• Maintain client records and documentation
• Support client onboarding processes
• Schedule meetings and manage diaries
• Filing and document management
• General office administration and support
• Provide a professional and welcoming service to clients

Job description

About the Opportunity

An established and growing accountancy practice in West London is seeking an ambitious and motivated Accounts & Administration Assistant to join its friendly team.

This role is ideal for someone with 12 months experience within an accountancy practice who is looking to continue developing their accounting knowledge while studying towards professional qualifications. The position offers a varied workload, combining both accounting and administrative responsibilities, making it an excellent stepping stone for someone looking to build a long-term career within practice.

The successful candidate will gain exposure to a wide range of clients and will receive ongoing support, training, and development from experienced professionals.

The Role

The role will involve working from both the Twickenham and Uxbridge offices, therefore candidates must be able to travel to both locations when required.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Duties

• Assisting with the preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Bookkeeping using cloud-based accounting software
• Processing bank reconciliations
• Assisting with VAT return preparation and submissions
• Supporting the preparation of personal tax returns
• Maintaining accurate financial records
• Liaising with clients regarding bookkeeping and accounting queries
• Supporting senior accountants with client work and ad-hoc projects

Administration Duties

• Answering incoming telephone calls and responding to client enquiries
• Managing client correspondence via email and post
• Maintaining client records and documentation
• Supporting client onboarding processes
• Scheduling meetings and managing diaries where required
• Filing and document management
• General office administration and support
• Providing a professional and welcoming service to clients

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• 12 months experience within an accountancy practice
• AAT Level 2 or Level 3 qualified or studying towards
• Experience using Xero and/or QuickBooksli>
• Experience carrying out bank reconciliations
• Exposure to self-assessment tax returns
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Confident telephone manner
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills
• Eagerness to learn and develop within accountancy
• Ability to travel between Twickenham and Uxbridge offices

Desirable

• Studying towards ACCA
• Experience preparing VAT returns
• Previous exposure to a client-facing environment
• Knowledge of additional cloud accounting software

Training & Career Development

The firm is committed to developing its employees and offers genuine opportunities for progression. Successful candidates will benefit from:

• Ongoing training and mentorship
• Support with professional studies
• Exposure to a varied client portfolio
• Clear progression opportunities based on performance and development
• Access to industry-leading learning resources

Working Hours

Monday to Friday 9:30am - 6:00pm

Hybrid Working

The role will initially be office-based during the probation period (typically 3-6 months). Following successful completion of probation and demonstration of strong performance, hybrid working may be available.

What's on Offer?

• Full training and support
• Study support and career development opportunities
• Friendly and collaborative working environment
• Long-term progression prospects within a growing practice
• Exposure to a broad range of accounting and tax work