Junior Accountant

TaxAssist Accountants London Bridge; London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On job training

Ongoing professional development

Friendly working environment

Job summary

An accountancy firm in London is seeking a motivated Junior Accountant to assist with tax returns, bookkeeping, and payroll. This entry-level position offers on-the-job training and clear opportunities for career progression. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail and be familiar with accounting software. Salary is between £24K to £30K per annum depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Some experience in an accountancy practice or finance role is desirable.
• Familiarity with accounting software is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of year-end accounts.
• Support the preparation and submission of VAT returns.
• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Excel skills

Organisational skills

Education

AAT qualification or studying towards AAT/ACCA

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Sage

Job description

TaxAssist Accountants London Bridge provides a wide range of accountancy services including tax returns, annual accounts, payroll, and bookkeeping. Serving businesses across London, TaxAssist Accountants in Southwark leverage extensive experience and expertise. We support a diverse array of businesses, from start-ups, landlords and sole traders to limited companies in various industries.

Salary - £24K to £30K per annum

Role Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the early stage of their career in accountancy, looking to gain practical experience and develop their technical skills. The successful candidate will work closely with senior staff, supporting them with accounts preparation, VAT returns, bookkeeping, and payroll, while building a strong foundation for future progression within the practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Supporting the preparation and submission of VAT returns and management accounts.
• Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records using cloud-based accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage).
• Assisting with payroll processing and CIS returns.
• Reconciling bank accounts and client ledgers.
• Preparing simple tax computations under supervision.
• Handling client queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Supporting senior team members with ad-hoc projects and compliance tasks.
• Helping ensure deadlines are met and work is completed accurately.

Skills & Experience Required

• AAT qualified, studying towards AAT/ACCA, or equivalent (preferred but not essential).
• Some experience in an accountancy practice or finance role (desirable, not essential).
• Familiarity with accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage).
• Strong Excel and IT skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to organise workload and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

• On job training and ongoing professional development.
• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• Clear opportunities for career progression within the firm.
• Salary - £24K to £30K per annum - depending on the relevant experience

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Accounting

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