Trainee Accountant

TPF Recruitment Ltd; Epsom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive team environment

Career development opportunities

Structured training

Job summary

TPF Recruitment Ltd, partnering with a growing independent accountancy practice in Epsom, is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their friendly team. You will support the finance team with day-to-day bookkeeping, VAT returns, year-end accounts for varied clients, and Self Assessment tax work, using cloud accounting software.

This role offers structured training and clear career progression within the firm.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 or ACCA apprenticeship pursued.
• UK accountancy practice experience preferred.
• Strong IT skills, especially in Excel and accounting software.
• Proactive, organised and detail-oriented approach to work.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bookkeeping records and VAT returns for diverse clients.
• Assist with year end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Prepare Self Assessment tax returns and support with other personal tax work.
• Liaise with clients to gather information and answer queries.
• Maintain accurate financial records using cloud accounting software.
• Support senior staff with ad hoc accounting tasks and deadlines.

Skills

AAT Level 4

ACCA apprenticeship

Excel

Attention to detail

Education

AAT Level 4 or ACCA apprenticeship

Tools

Cloud accounting software

Job description

Epsom, United Kingdom | Posted on 21/10/2026

TPF Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a growing, independent accountancy practice in Epsom who are looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join their friendly and professional team.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their practical experience in accounting and finance within a supportive and structured environment, with exposure to a wide range of clients and the potential for career development within the firm.

The Role

As an Accounts Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting the finance team with day-to-day accounting and client work. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Prepare bookkeeping records and VAT returns for a varied portfolio of clients.
  
• Assist with the preparation of year end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
  
• Prepare Self Assessment tax returns and support with other personal tax compliance work.
  
• Liaise with clients to obtain information, answer queries and provide ongoing support.
  
• Maintain accurate financial records using cloud accounting software.
  
• Support senior members of the team with ad hoc accounting assignments while ensuring all work is completed accurately and within deadlines.
  

Requirements

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• A relevant qualification such as AAT Level 4, or be on the ACCA apprenticeship
  
• Previous experience in a UK based accountancy practice (preferred but not essential)
  
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel and accounting software
  
• A proactive, organised, and detail-oriented approach to work
  
• The ability to work accurately and efficiently to deadlines
  
• A friendly, collaborative approach and a willingness to learn
  
• Ambition to develop their career within accountancy
  

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience (likely in the region of £25,000-£28,000pa)
  
• Supportive and professional team environment
  
• Exposure to a wide variety of client accounts and industries
  
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
  
• Structured support and training to develop accounting skills
  

We're keen to remain the leading provider of top accountancy talent in the South East. To do this, we're always looking to expand our network, and we know that great candidates like you can help us connect with other brilliant professionals.

If your friends, family or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and have relevant experience in accountancy or tax, we'd love to speak with them.

As a thank you, for every candidate you refer who we successfully place in a permanent role, we will give you £200 in Love2Shop vouchers. Terms & Conditions apply