Accounts Assistant

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Technician who is part qualified ACA / ACCA or AAT Level 4 with accounts experience in a practice environment based out of the Watford office. This is permanent position on a hybrid model with days in the office.

Role Responsibilities

Preparation of accounts and VAT returns for Sole Traders, Company and Partnerships.

Preparing personal and corporation tax returns.

Client management accounting (Xero, Sage and QuickBooks knowledge preferred but not essential).

Accurate data entry input and updating

Processing Journals and finalising Accounts.

Managing accounts work by others including outsource providers

The ideal candidate

Part qualified ACA or ACCA (continuing with studies is not required) or AAT Level 4 or qualified by experience.

Educated to BTEC or A Level standard.

Accounts experience in a practice environment.

IT competent.

The ability to work on own initiative and be flexible.

The ability to prioritise and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

The Package Will Include

Annual Christmas Bonus equivalent to 1 weeks salary.

Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme (Employer: 5%; Employee: 3%) subject to eligibility.

Private Medical Insurance following completion of 3 months service (this is a taxable benefit).

Death in Service scheme cover (4x salary).

Group Income Protection Scheme (non-contributory) following completion of 3 months service.

Annual Leave will be 23 days per annum (pro rata). 3 days are normally taken at Christmas/New Year.