Cherry Professional - Relationship Led Recruitment
Accounts Assistant
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Accounting Technician
Accountancy Practice — Derbyshire
£26,000
Cherry Professional is delighted to be working with an established, friendly accountancy practice in Derbyshire to appoint an Accounts Assistant to join their Small Business Team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with owner-managed businesses and wants a varied role preparing accounts and ensuring clients remain compliant with Companies House and HMRC requirements.
The role
You’ll support a portfolio of small business clients, taking responsibility for the preparation of accounts and related compliance work, while providing a professional and responsive service throughout the year.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Preparing year-end accounts for a range of small business clients (primarily owner-managed businesses)
- Ensuring accounts and submissions are completed accurately and on time for Companies House and HMRC
- Preparing or assisting with corporation tax computations/returns (depending on experience)
- Producing bookkeeping, reconciliations, and reviewing client records to identify issues and improve accuracy
- Liaising with clients to gather missing information and resolve queries efficiently
- Supporting colleagues across the Small Business Team during peak periods
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About you
We’re looking for a hands-on accounts professional with practice experience who is comfortable working to deadlines and communicating confidently with clients.
You’ll ideally have:
- Previous experience in an accountancy practice (essential)
- Experience preparing statutory accounts for small companies/owner-managed businesses
- Strong understanding of compliance requirements for Companies House and HMRC
- AAT qualified (or studying) would be preferred, but relevant experience is equally important
- Strong attention to detail, good organisation, and a collaborative approach
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What’s on offer
- Join a small, supportive firm with a close-knit team environment
- Varied client work within a stable small business portfolio
- Training and development support (where applicable)
- Competitive salary package (dependent on experience)
Interested?
Apply today for a confidential conversation about the firm, the team structure, and the client portfolio
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