Harold Smith
Accounts assistant

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Harold Smith Chartered Accountants, St Asaph, North Wales
Full-time | Permanent | Salary depending on experience
Harold Smith Chartered Accountants is an established, ICAEW-regulated practice with offices in St Asaph and Criccieth. Our clients across North Wales and Chester include sole traders, limited companies, landlords, trusts, and estates.
We're growing, and we're looking for an AAT qualified Accounts Assistant to join our friendly team.
What you'll be doing:
- Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns
- Bookkeeping and bank reconciliations
- Helping with personal and corporation tax returns
- Dealing with client queries by phone and email
- Using Xero, QuickBooks, and other practice software
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What we're looking for:
- AAT qualified (Level 4, or Level 3 with relevant experience)
- Experience in an accountancy practice is preferred
- Good with Excel and cloud accounting software
- Organised, accurate, and able to manage deadlines
- Happy working with clients and as part of a team
- Welsh speaking is desirable but not essential


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What we offer:
- Competitive salary
- Support towards further study (e.g. ACA or ACCA) for the right person
- A varied workload with real client contact
- A supportive, friendly team
How to apply:
Send your CV and a short cover letter to tomosgriffith@haroldsmith.co.uk, or message us here on LinkedIn.
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