Practice Accounts Assistant

We here at Siamo Recruitment are thrilled to be working with one of the UKs top chartered accountant firms, recognised for its high standards and reputation as trusted advisors.
As a Practice Accounts Assistant, you will support the delivery of accounting and tax services to a varied client portfolio including sole traders, partnerships, limited companies, and individuals. You will assist with preparing financial statements and tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
This role focuses on preparing year-end financial statements and tax returns, while supporting clients with day-to-day accounting queries. You will manage the accounts preparation process from reviewing records to drafting statutory accounts and ensuring compliance.
This varied Practice Accounts Assistant role offers a balance of team support and individual responsibility, working across a diverse portfolio of limited companies. It would suit someone with at least 2 years experience within practice who is look to further develop their technical skills and progress this carer in a supportive professional environment.
What the client can offer:

• 22 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Clear career progression with continuous development training and access to courses such as CPD
• Access to Flexible benefits schemes
• Onsite parking
• Breakout room for quiet time
• Hybrid Working Pattern

Role Responsibilities:

• Preparation of corporation tax, personal tax and VAT returns
• Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
• Complete corporation, personal, and partnership tax returns accurately and on time
• Prepare and review VAT returns and ensure compliance with relevant regulations
• Manage client queries, liaise with HMRC and provide practical advice
• Support senior staff with complex work and assist in managing workflow efficiently

The ideal candidate for the Practice Accounts Assistant role:

• Previous use of bookkeeping software s such as Sage, Xero and QuickBooks
• Strong communication and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively to ensure that deadlines, budgets are consistently met
• Commercial awareness
• Proactive and confident working across a variety of deadlines
• ATT Qualified ACA/ACCA part-qualified with at least 2 years of practice experience

Like minded job titles:
Finance Assistant, Assistant accountant, Accounting Technician, Assistant Bookkeeper.

Commutable from within 30 minutes: Swindon, Cirencester, Malmesbury, Royal Wooton Bassett, Wroughton, Shrivenham