Senior Accounts Assistant

Acorn by Synergie • Permanent • Okehampton, Devon, England, United Kingdom • £35k - £45k / year • 3w ago

Senior Accounts Assistant | Accounts Assistant | Practice Accountant | Accounting Technician | Accountancy Practice

Okehampton | £35,000-£45,000 per annum DOE | Full-Time | Permanent | Hybrid & Flexible Working Available

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Senior Accounts Assistant to join a successful and well-established accountancy practice based in Okehampton.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant, Practice Accountant, or Accounting Technician looking to progress their career within a supportive and professional environment. You'll work with a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, delivering high-quality accounting and tax services while continuing to develop your technical expertise.

Key Duties

Prepare statutory accounts for a wide range of businesses and organisations.
Assist with personal and corporate tax compliance.
Complete bookkeeping assignments and maintain accurate financial records.
Prepare and submit VAT returns and associated financial information.
Support clients with day-to-day accounting queries and provide professional advice.
Build and maintain strong client relationships.
Ensure work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.

Requirements

Essential

Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
AAT Level 4 qualified or qualified through relevant practical experience.
Experience preparing statutory accounts and tax returns.
Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Strong communication skills with a professional and client-focused approach.

Desirable

Experience using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero or QuickBooks.
Knowledge of bookkeeping and VAT preparation.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Experience managing client queries independently.

What We Offer

Competitive salary of £35,000-£45,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.
Annual salary reviews.
Generous holiday allowance, increasing with length of service.
Holiday carry-over scheme.
Holiday purchase scheme.
Pension scheme with enhanced employer contributions.
Life assurance.
Private medical insurance options.
Health and wellbeing support.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Cycle to Work scheme.
Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.
Employee referral and incentive schemes.
Genuine career development opportunities within a growing practice.

Interested?

If you're looking for your next opportunity as a Senior Accounts Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Practice Accountant, or Accounting Technician in Okehampton, apply today with your up-to-date CV.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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