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Accounts Assistant
Are you passionate about numbers, finance, and eager to kickstart a rewarding career in accounting? We are supporting an established and highly reputable firm to recruit a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the team as an Accounts Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, work alongside experienced professionals, and embark on a journey towards becoming a skilled accountant.
JOB TITLE: Accounts Assistant
LOCATION: Taunton, Somerset
HOURS: Monday to Friday - 8.45am - 5.15pm
SALARY & BENEFITS:
- Up to £28,000 (dependent on level of qualifications)
- Generous Pension Scheme
- 30 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, additional day for your Birthday and 2 days off additionally for Christmas shutdown
- The opportunity to grow professionally with study support provided both financially and time to study during the working day
- Comprehensive induction programme
- Annual salary review
- Annual bonus scheme
- Employee Assistance Program
- Supportive company culture and excellent values
- Modern, bright, open plan and luxurious offices
- Free Parking
- Impressive staff room and fully equipped gym with showers and changing room facilities
THE ROLE: You will be part of the team responsible for a varied portfolio of non-audit clients, across a range of industry sectors. Client experience, both internally and externally, is the fundamental driver of the Accounts Assistant role, and you will strive to deliver an 'only client' experience, whilst meeting expectations and providing accounting support to the wider team.
KEY DUTIES:
- Working closely with the Manager, updating them daily on client work
- Assisting in the completion of clients' payrolls, communicating with clients, and ensuring all pay runs are correctly completed
- Assisting clients in bookkeeping and ensuring VAT returns are completed on time for submission to HMRC
- Processing client invoices and bank reconciliation in the relevant cloud software
- Assisting in general accounts production work
- Assisting in the completion of self-assessment tax returns
- General administration duties in the office such as filing and database management
- Providing an excellent service to all clients
KEY SKILLS:
- AAT level 2 or 3 is desirable
- Experience using accounting software
- General all-round accounts/finance experience
- Excellent communication skills and great team player
- Reliable, proactive, and motivated attitude
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in accounting within a supportive and dynamic environment. If you are enthusiastic about finance and eager to learn, we would love to hear from you!
Next Steps... Don't miss the chance to be part of a company that values passion, commitment, and ambition! Please apply online today or email your CV directly to Alternatively you can contact Catherine or Georgie on to discuss over the phone.
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