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Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant Opportunity
An opportunity has arisen for a Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant to join an accounting and business advisory firm providing bookkeeping, payroll, tax, VAT, and outsourced finance services and helping startups and SMEs improve financial efficiency.
About the Role
As a Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant, you will manage your own portfolio of clients, delivering day-to-day financial support while ensuring accurate reporting, compliance and excellent client service.
Responsibilities
- Managing a portfolio of business clients and acting as their primary finance contact.
- Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records and processing financial transactions.
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns, CIS returns and payroll.
- Assisting with year-end accounts and related financial processes.
- Producing management accounts and financial reports.
- Reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies.
- Responding to client queries and providing practical financial guidance.
- Monitoring workloads and ensuring key deadlines are achieved.
- Managing financial records across multiple companies while maintaining compliance.
- Liaising with clients by telephone, online meetings, and face-to-face.
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What We Are Looking For
- Previously worked as a Bookkeeper, Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Junior Accountant, Practice Bookkeeper, Accountant, or in a similar role.
- Have background in bookkeeping or accountancy.
- Sound knowledge of VAT, payroll, CIS, tax returns, and year-end accounting procedures.
- Proficiency in Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks.
- Experience managing client relationships in a professional environment.
- A proactive approach with strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable taking ownership of your workload and working collaboratively within a team.
- An interest in using AI and automation tools to improve efficiency and service delivery.
What's on Offer
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- The opportunity to build strong client relationships and take ownership of your portfolio.
- Exposure to management accounts and advisory-focused work.
- Ongoing opportunities to develop your skills and progress within the business.
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Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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