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Accounts Assistant

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Posted 8 hours ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Peterhead, Aberdeenshire AB42 5GH

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Accounts Assistant position is located in Peterhead with a salary range of £25,000 - £30,000, depending on experience.
  • Candidates are required to have either 3 years of experience in accountancy or an HNC in Accounting.
  • The role involves bookkeeping, preparing VAT returns, and assisting with year-end reports and audits.
  • The firm offers a generous holiday package of 34 days, a workplace pension plan, and clear pathways for career progression.
  • This position provides an opportunity to work in a collaborative team environment with access to expert mentorship.

Job Title: Accounts AssistantLocation: PeterheadSalary: £25,000 - £30,000 (dependent on experience)Working Hours: Monday to Friday (8:45am - 5:00pm)A well-established practice accountancy firm based in Peterhead, known for their commitment to providing excellent services to their clients and creating a supportive working environment for their team. A strong reputation for staff retention and offer great opportunities for progression within the firm.Benefits:* Generous Holiday Package: 34 days of annual leave to relax and recharge* Secure Your Future: Workplace pension plan to support your long-term goals* Stable & Supportive: Join a firm with a strong history of high staff retention* Grow with Us: Clear pathways for career progression and personal development* Collaborative Team: Work in a friendly, supportive environment where your contributions are valued* Expert Mentorship: Access to a wealth of knowledge from experienced professionals to help you thriveKey Responsibilities:* Bookkeeping and maintaining accurate financial records* Preparing VAT returns and ensuring compliance with regulations* Assisting with the preparation of year-end reports and financial statements* Supporting the corporate tax return process* Assisting with audits and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements* General administrative duties including filing, invoicing, and correspondence* Reconciling accounts and ensuring financial data accuracy* Assisting with the implementation of financial systems and procedures* Supporting senior accountants and working collaboratively with the team* Fast-paced environment with exposure to multiple clients bookkeeping requirementsRequirements:* Either 3 years of experience in accountancy or an HNC in Accounting* Working knowledge of Sage or Xero accounting software* High attention to detail and strong organisational skills* Excellent written and verbal communication skills* Previous experience in a practice firm would be advantageousIf you are an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant looking for a supportive environment with opportunities for growth, we'd love to hear from you!

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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.