Junior accountant

Adecco; Hounslow; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Accounts Assistant in Chiswick, London. This role involves bookkeeping, assisting with VAT returns, and maintaining ledgers. The ideal candidate should have A level qualifications or equivalent and be willing to pursue an accounting qualification. This position offers a supportive environment with a variety of benefits including hybrid working options and an annual bonus scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Annual bonus scheme

Private medical insurance after 12 months

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards or willing to start studying towards ACCA qualification.
• Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure.
• Adaptable and hard-working.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clients' accounts including bookkeeping.
• Prepare VAT returns.
• Maintain sales and purchase ledgers.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Attention to detail

Teamwork

IT literate

Education

Educated to A level equivalent

Tools

Key software packages

Job description

Junior Accounts Assistant

Location : Chiswick, London

Are you an enthusiastic individual looking to kick-start your career in accounting? Our Client has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Accounts Assistant to join their Business Management team. As a Junior Accounts Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting with clients' accounts, including bookkeeping, preparing VAT returns, and maintaining sales and purchase ledgers.

Key Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping and receipt analysis
• Preparing VAT returns
• Maintaining sales and purchase ledgers
• Assisting with account preparation for Sole traders, Limited companies, and LLP's up to trial balance
• Assisting with the running of bank accounts and gaining approval for payments
• Maintaining relationships with all major stakeholders
• Working across teams to ensure best practise is maintained.

Personal Specification

• Educated to A level equivalent or above.
• Currently studying towards or willing to start studying towards an accounting qualification, preferably ACCA
• Adaptable, hard-working, and willing to work as part of a team.
• Highly efficient, meticulous with great attention to detail
• Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure at times.
• IT literate and interested in becoming an expert in key software packages.
• Positive attitude, ability to work flexibly, and committed team player.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

In return, they offer a wide range of benefits, including 25 days holiday, hybrid working options, an annual bonus scheme, life assurance, private medical insurance after 12 months' service, and enhanced family leave policies.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team! Apply now to take the first step in your accounting career. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and not require sponsorship.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.