Part-Time Assistant Accountant — Remote After Probation

Confidential; United States; Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced and highly organised Assistant Accountant on a part-time basis (3 days per week). The role starts on-site during probation, with potential to become fully remote thereafter. Applicants must have transport due to travel to the office location.

Key duties include processing receipts, raising invoices, payroll processing (PAYE and NI), VAT submissions, producing reports, and assisting with year-end audits. Pro rata salary is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in a standalone accounts role is desirable.
• Proficient in Xero accounting software.
• Experience processing payroll and VAT, PAYE, and pension administration.
• Excellent attention to detail and high accuracy.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• Good communication skills, especially via email and Teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process receipts/payments.
• Raise sales invoices and manage client payment timelines.
• Process payroll and PAYE/NI payments.
• Run debtor and creditor statements to monitor finances.
• Produce P&L reports and link time bookings to project costs.
• Maintain ledgers and assist with audits.
• Estimate revenues/expenditures and maintain records.
• Complete statutory requirements including VAT submissions and auto-enrolment.
• Prepare periodic financial reports for management.
• Provide admin support to accountants and consultants.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Confidential is seeking an experienced and highly organised Assistant Accountant on a part-time basis (3 days per week). The role starts on-site during probation, with potential to become fully remote thereafter. Applicants must have transport due to travel to the office location.

Key duties include processing receipts, raising invoices, payroll processing (PAYE and NI), VAT submissions, producing reports, and assisting with year-end audits. Pro rata salary is offered.