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Accounts Assistant

Nxtgen Recruitment
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Fakenham, Norfolk NR21 8HA, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • NXTGEN is partnering with an innovative Accountancy Practice near Fakenham to recruit an Accounts Assistant for their expanding team.
  • The firm values employee development and offers tailored progression pathways for career advancement.
  • Candidates should ideally have 1-2 years of experience in a practice environment, with a preference for those familiar with Xero or similar accounting software.
  • Key responsibilities include assisting in the preparation of year-end accounts, tax returns, and VAT returns while liaising with clients.
  • Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications, making this an excellent opportunity for ambitious individuals seeking career growth.

NXTGEN is delighted to be partnering with a modern and forward-thinking Accountancy Practice near Fakenham to recruit an Accounts Assistant for their growing team. This firm is committed to supporting its employees, offering clear progression pathways that allow you to develop at your own pace. Whether you're eager to advance quickly or prefer a steady route to qualification, they will tailor opportunities to suit you.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Assistant looking to gain broad experience across accounts and tax preparation while building strong client relationships. You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive team, working alongside highly regarded seniors and managers to develop your technical skills and confidence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the preparation of year-end accounts and tax returns for a varied client base.
  • Support the preparation of VAT returns and management accounts.
  • Undertake bookkeeping duties, ensuring financial records are accurate and compliant.
  • Liaise directly with clients, answering queries and resolving any issues.
  • Work closely with senior accountants, supporting them on client advisory work.

What the client is looking for:

  • Ideally 1-2 years' experience working in a practice environment.
  • Industry experience will be considered, but you must be keen to transition into practice and enjoy working with local clients.
  • Prior experience using Xero or similar cloud-based accounting software would be beneficial.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build lasting client relationships.
  • Ability to manage a varied workload in a fast-paced environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Accounts Assistant seeking hands-on experience and real career progression. If you want to be part of a firm that truly invests in your future, we'd love to hear from you!

For more details, please contact Annie today.

Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.