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Accounts Assistant/ Bookkeeper - Accountancy Practice

Butler Rose
Posted 8 hours ago, valid for a day
Location

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire PE7 3HH, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • An Accounts Assistant/Bookkeeper position is available at an expert accountancy firm in Peterborough, offering hybrid work options.
  • The role can be part-time or full-time, with a salary range of £25,000 - £35,000 (FTE).
  • Candidates should ideally have at least 2 years of proven experience within a practice environment.
  • Key responsibilities include managing bank reconciliations, preparing VAT returns, and maintaining strong client relationships.
  • AAT Level 4 studying or early stages of ACCA/ACA is preferred, along with proficiency in accounting software like Sage and Xero.

Accounts Assistant/ Bookkeeper - Accountancy PracticePeterborough - HybridPart Time or Full Time£25,000 - £35,000 (FTE)

Butler Rose is representing an expert accountancy firm in Peterborough that is seeking a proactive and skilled Accounts Assistant/ Bookkeeper to join their dynamic team. This can be a full-time or part-time role, offering the chance to provide efficient and cost-effective outsourced accounting services to sole traders and SMEs, ensuring 100% client satisfaction and developing honest and close relationships with clients.

Role Responsibilities

  • Managing bank reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit control.
  • Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
  • Handling payroll processing and reconciliations.
  • Producing monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc management accounts.
  • Assisting with accounts preparation and ensuring accurate financial reporting.
  • Acting as the daily point of contact for client queries, building and maintaining strong client relationships.
  • Providing financial insights and support tailored to client needs.
  • Collaborating with the team to ensure high-quality service delivery.

Personal Requirements

  • Ideally at least 2 years of proven experience within a practice environment.
  • AAT qualified/ Level 4 studying or ACCA/ ACA early stages
  • A broad knowledge of entrepreneurial type clients and issues facing owner managed businesses and understanding their accountancy needs
  • An in depth, technical knowledge and experience of Sage, Xero, QuickBooks and other accounting software.
  • Well organised with a high attention to detail
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • A focus on client care and retention.
  • An appetite to develop and advance your skills, keeping up with the latest technical advances.

Benefits

  • Hybrid working
  • Free on site car parking
  • Opportunities for career development in a supportive, progressive and friendly environment
  • Quarterly bonus scheme
  • Private healthcare

If you think this could be a great fit for you, do not hesitate to apply today to have your CV considered. Alternatively, contact me to arrange an informal chat.

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This role is advertised by Lee Rowson, Butler Rose (AGY)

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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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.