Part Time Accountant

Mika Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established independent accountancy in Poole is seeking a part-time Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant. The ideal candidate will have AAT Level 3 or similar qualifications and be capable of independent work. Key responsibilities include bookkeeping for clients, VAT returns, and payroll processing. This role offers 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, ideally spread over four days.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement for this role is AAT Level 3 or similar.
• Highly numerate and able to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping for a variety of clients.
• Process VAT returns.
• Handle payroll processing.
• Perform accounts preparation work and trial balancing.
• Liaise directly with clients.
• Advise and train clients and their staff.

Skills

Numeracy

Independent working

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication

Education

AAT Level 3 or similar

Tools

Sage

Excel

Cloud-based systems

Job description

Overview

Our client, a well established independent accountancy based in Poole, is recruiting for a part-time Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant.

Requirements

Minimum requirement for this role is AAT Level 3 or similar.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping for a variety of clients (using primarily Sage, Excel and cloud-based systems)
• VAT returns
• Payroll processing
• Accounts preparation work and trial balancing
• Full and direct client liaison
• Advising and training clients and their staff on their own record keeping

Ideal candidate

It is essential that you are highly numerate, good at planning and prioritising, have great time keeping skills and are able to work independently. A logical and analytical approach is important as well as excellent communication.

This role would suit and require someone who is independent, methodical and self-disciplined with ability to think on their feet and adapt quickly.

Working hours

Working hours are Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm and this is 20 hours per week over ideally 4 days.

How to apply

If you feel that this is a great opportunity for you, please send your CV today!

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