Senior Accounts Assistant

Pertemps; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice is seeking an Assistant Accountant in Glasgow. You will prepare management accounts and support senior accountants, offering excellent career development in a collaborative atmosphere. Ideal candidates have experience in management accounts and a solid understanding of UK regulations. Competitive salary of £25,000 – £35,000 based on experience is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to varied clients and industries

Qualifications

• Experience as an Accounts Assistant, ideally in practice.
• Ability to prepare management accounts independently.
• Strong understanding of UK accounting principles.
• Confident with accounting and spreadsheet tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare management accounts, financial statements, and tax returns.
• Assist with audits and financial analysis.
• Support VAT returns, bookkeeping, and general ledger.
• Prepare corporation tax computations.
• Respond to client queries and maintain relationships.

Skills

Management accounts preparation

Preparing financial statements

Client relationship management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Accounting software

Spreadsheet tools

Job description

Glasgow / Hybrid | Full-Time | £25,000 – £35,000 DOE

A leading accountancy practice is currently seeking a skilled and motivated Assistant Accountant to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with solid experience in management accounts preparation who’s looking to take the next step in their career.

You'll be joining a firm that supports a diverse client base, offering exposure to varied industries and projects while working in a collaborative and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare management accounts, financial statements, and tax returns for a portfolio of clients
• Assist senior accountants with audits and financial analysis
• Support with VAT returns, bookkeeping, and general ledger maintenance
• Prepare corporation tax computations and liaise with HMRC as required
• Provide timely responses to client queries and maintain strong client relationships
• Ensure compliance with UK financial regulations and internal quality standards

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Previous Accounts Assistant experience, ideally in practice.
• Proven ability to prepare management accounts independently
• Strong understanding of UK accounting principles and tax legislation
• Confident using a range of accounting and spreadsheet tools
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organisational skills
• Experience in statement confirmation and payroll is advantageous
• Full right to work in the UK

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Broad exposure to clients and sectors
• A supportive team and professional development opportunities

If you’re an Assistant Accountant ready to build on your experience and thrive in a busy practice environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Please reach out to Codie Smith for more information.