Temporary Accountant

Office Angels; Honiton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Office Angels is seeking a Temporary Accountant to join a well-established team in Honiton. The role requires a methodical candidate who can manage self-assessment tax returns and support limited company accounts, demanding proficiency in Xero. This temporary position offers flexibility with hours and a competitive hourly rate, along with great perks like weekly pay and an exclusive discount platform.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Discount access via Boost platform

Temporary candidate awards

Regular pay reviews

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Proficient in bookkeeping with proven experience.
• Well-organised and process-driven.
• Experience within practice is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file self-assessment tax returns.
• Support preparation of company year-end accounts.
• Ensure accurate data entry using Xero.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Independent time management

Tools

Xero

Job description

JOB TITLE: Temporary Accountant - Immediate Start

LOCATION: Honiton

HOURLY RATE: £15.00 - £20.00 per hour

HOURS: Monday - Friday, can accommodate part time or full time hours

BENEFITS: We would love for you to join us, some of the great perks of temping through Office Angels include...

• Weekly pay


• Access to Boost - our exclusive platform with discounts on hundreds of retailers, a wellbeing hub with recipes, an exercise area, and a mindfulness section with blogs & videos


• Temporary candidate of the month award


• Temporary candidate lunches/treats


• Regular pay review


• Online timesheets


• A dedicated consultant as an additional layer of support

We are recruiting for a methodical and thorough Accountant to join a well-established team based in Honiton, on a temporary basis, starting immediately for a minimum of 6 - 8 weeks. You will provide a variety of duties to ensure smooth running of the department throughout a busy period. Ideally you would have experience using Xero or similar accounting software experience to be considered for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file self-assessment tax returns, particularly for clients with rental portfolios, sole trader businesses, and individuals earning over £100,000


• Support the preparation and completion of limited company year-end accounts


• Ensure accurate data entry and reconciliation using Xero accounting software. Please note, Xero is our filing software.


• Liaise with team members as required while working with autonomy and efficiency

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a bookkeeping role


• Well-organised and process driven


• Experience within practice would be highly desirable


• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills


• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

If you possess the required skills and experience and are eager to join a company that places high value on its employees, apply online or send your CV directly to [e-mail] or call our team on 01823 285440 for more details.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.