Senior Accounts Assistant

ACORN RECRUITMENT LIMITED; Okehampton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Annual salary reviews

Pension scheme with enhanced employer'

Life assurance

Private medical insurance options

Health and wellbeing support

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Senior Accounts Assistant to join a well-established accountancy practice in Okehampton. The role offers hybrid and flexible working, with a competitive salary of £35,000-£45,000 per annum dependent on experience.

You’ll handle statutory accounts, VAT, and tax duties across a diverse client portfolio while delivering high-quality accounting support and developing your technical expertise within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accountancy practice or similar environment.
• AAT Level 4 qualified or equivalent.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts and tax returns.
• Strong analytical and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts for a range of clients.
• Assist with personal and corporate tax compliance.
• Complete bookkeeping duties and maintain records.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and related information.
• Support clients with day-to-day accounting queries and provide advice.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Client-focused

Education

AAT Level 4

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Job description

Senior Accounts Assistant | Accounts Assistant | Practice Accountant | Accounting Technician | Accountancy Practice

Okehampton | £35,000-£45,000 per annum DOE | Full-Time | Permanent | Hybrid & Flexible Working Available

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Senior Accounts Assistant to join a successful and well-established accountancy practice based in Okehampton.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant, Practice Accountant, or Accounting Technician looking to progress their career within a supportive and professional environment. You\'ll work with a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, delivering high-quality accounting and tax services while continuing to develop your technical expertise.

Key Duties

• Prepare statutory accounts for a wide range of businesses and organisations.
• Assist with personal and corporate tax compliance.
• Complete bookkeeping assignments and maintain accurate financial records.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and associated financial information.
• Support clients with day-to-day accounting queries and provide professional advice.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Ensure work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.

Requirements

Essential

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
• AAT Level 4 qualified or qualified through relevant practical experience.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts and tax returns.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills with a professional and client-focused approach.

Desirable

• Experience using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero or QuickBooks.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping and VAT preparation.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Experience managing client queries independently.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £35,000-£45,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.
• Annual salary reviews.
• Generous holiday allowance, increasing with length of service.
• Holiday carry-over scheme.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• Pension scheme with enhanced employer contributions.
• Life assurance.
• Private medical insurance options.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.
• Employee referral and incentive schemes.
• Genuine career development opportunities within a growing practice.

Interested?

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.