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Accounts Assistant

Clockwork Recruitment Ltd
Posted a day ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Woking, Surrey GU21 4NR, England

Salary

£26,000 - £31,200 per annum

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Contract type

Part Time

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.

Sonic Summary

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  • Our client is looking for a part-time Accounts Assistant to manage key financial tasks such as bookkeeping, payroll processing, and VAT returns.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in bookkeeping and accounts administration, with a strong understanding of accounting principles up to trial balance.
  • The role requires a commitment of 8 hours per week, with flexible working hours and the possibility of becoming permanent for the right person.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, although the exact figure is not specified in the job description.
  • Proficiency in accounting software, ideally Xero, along with good communication skills, is essential for this role.

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their team on a part-time basis. The successful candidate will handle key financial tasks, including bookkeeping up to trial balance, payroll processing, and VAT returns, while also assisting with general accounts administration.

This position offers flexible working hours, with the potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate. Hours will be 8 hours per week initially (4 hours per day)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including bookkeeping tasks up to trial balance.
  • Process payroll efficiently and accurately, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations.
  • Prepare and submit VAT returns in line with HMRC regulations.
  • Assist in the preparation of financial documents.
  • Perform general accounts administration duties

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience in bookkeeping and accounts administration.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and procedures, especially up to trial balance.
  • Familiarity with payroll systems and VAT regulations
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Xero) and Microsoft Office (Excel). Ideally Xero.
  • Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with team members.

Desirable:

  • AAT qualification or working towards a similar qualification.
  • Experience in a similar role

Benefits:

  • Flexible working hours (two 4-hour days per week).
  • Opportunity for role to become permanent.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Competitive salary.

Clockwork Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency 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.