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Accountant / Accounts Assistant

Bexhill-on-Sea
2 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex
£25,000 - £40,000 GBP yearly
Accounting / Finance
My client is excited to announce that they are looking for an Accountant/Accounts Assistant. They are a fast growing accountancy firm with multiple offices looking after thousands of businesses and individuals across Sussex and Surrey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare accounts and tax returns for sole traders and limited companies.

• Assist with bookkeeping, financial records and general accountancy administration.

• Maintain accurate client records and financial information.

• Liaise directly with clients, responding to queries and resolving issues professionally.

• Assist with invoices, expense tracking and financial reporting as required.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure deadlines and compliance requirements are met.

• Handle confidential client information professionally and accurately.

About You

• AAT qualified, ideally Level 3 or above, or equivalent relevant experience.

• At least three years' experience working within an accountancy practice.

• Experience preparing accounts and tax returns for sole traders and limited companies.

• Good knowledge of bookkeeping and general accounting principles.

• Confident communication skills and the ability to deal directly with clients.

• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

• Experience using QuickBooks and Xero; IRIS experience is advantageous.

Benefits

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank and public holidays.

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.

• Cycle to Work scheme.

• Free flu vaccinations.

• Company social events.

• Career development and progression opportunities.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful