Senior Accounts Assistant

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Okehampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Salary reviews

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting a Senior Accounts Assistant to join a successful accountancy practice in the UK. You’ll handle statutory accounts, tax returns and bookkeeping for a diverse client portfolio while delivering high-quality service.

This role offers a flexible, hybrid working pattern, progression opportunities, and a supportive, professional environment with a focus on client relationships and technical development.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

AAT Level 4

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a

Senior Accounts Assistant to join a successful and well-established

accountancy practice based in

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

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.

Experience using cloud-based accounting software such as

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.

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.