Accounts Assistant

Accounts & Tax Assistant

• Location:
  
  Chester, Deeside and Ellesmere Port
• Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 per annum
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are looking to recruit for an Accounts & Tax Assistant to become a part of an established multi-office accountancy firm. This role requires travel between our offices in Chester, Ellesmere Port, and Queensferry.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Completion of sole trader accounts and self-assessment tax returns.
• Assisting with quarterly VAT returns and limited company accounts.
• Conducting bookkeeping work for key clients.
• Liaising with HMRC on behalf of clients and communicating effectively with clients to address their needs.
• Engaging with new prospects and supporting their onboarding process.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Positive attitude and great communication skills - both written and verbal.
• A good team player with a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Minimum of 2 years of Tax / Practice experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Quick Books, Xero, Dext, Tax Calc is desirable but not essential.
• AAT qualification is preferred but not mandatory.

Benefits:

• 28 days of holiday plus a bonus birthday day off.
• Lunchtime finish of a Friday
• Genuine opportunities for career progression.
• On-site parking.
• Quarterly in-person full team meetings to contribute ideas and reconnect.

This client is keen on getting the recruitment process for this role underway ASAP. If you are interested, then please apply via the link or reach out directly.