Accounts Assistant Rated Accountancy Firm. LilyLifestyle

Overview

Client-Focused Role - Cloud Accounting - Career Development

Are you an accounts professional who enjoys building strong client relationships, delivering high-quality work and genuinely helping businesses succeed? We are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join Harland Accountants
, supporting a varied portfolio of clients across accounts preparation, VAT, bookkeeping and payroll while working closely with colleagues and clients in a collaborative environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive and ambitious practice where your communication skills, organisation and client focus will be valued as much as your technical capability.

Ready to take the next step in your accounting career with a firm that genuinely values its people and clients?

• Accounts Assistant
• Falmouth or Helston Based / Hybrid
• Competitive Salary Plus Healthcare Benefits, Birthday Off, Career Development & More
• Full Time - Permanent
• Working Hours:
  
  9am - 5pm with flexibility considered
• Hybrid Working: 3 Days Office Based
• Reporting to: Client Managers
• Company: Award-Winning Independent Accountancy Practice
• Culture: Growth Mindset Strong Relationships Generosity of Spirit

• Accounts Preparation, VAT Returns, Payroll, Bookkeeping, Xero, Kash Flow, Client Support, Cloud Accounting
• Qualifications: AAT Level 3 qualified (or working towards), QBE, or studying ACCA / ICAEW

Harland Accountants is a growing independent accountancy practice supporting businesses and individuals across Cornwall and beyond. We are passionate about helping businesses succeed and creating an environment where our people can grow, develop and enjoy meaningful careers. Our culture is built around three core values:
Growth Mindset, Strong Relationships and Generosity of Spirit. We have been shortlisted for Employer of the Year and ESG Firm of the Year at the Accounting Excellence Awards 2025, and have been voted by our team as a Top 10 Employer in Cornwall in 2024 and 2025. We are looking for someone who enjoys variety, values client relationships and wants to be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking practice environment.

• Working closely with Client Managers to deliver high-quality client service
• Attending client meetings and supporting follow-up actions
• Managing your own workload across multiple assignments and deadlines
• Supervising and supporting Trainee Accounts Assistants
• Supporting the smooth running of systems and internal processes
• Providing reception cover where required

• Preparing accounts and tax returns for a portfolio of clients
• Drafting financial statements to a high standard
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns in line with Making Tax Digital requirements
• Supporting clients with bookkeeping systems including Xero and Kash Flow
• Resolving bookkeeping, VAT and payroll queries from clients
• Supporting payroll processing and related client administration
• Attending client meetings and supporting follow-up actions
• Working with Client Managers to deliver high-quality client service
• Managing own workload across multiple assignments and deadlines
• Providing reception cover where required

• AAT qualified to at least Level 3, or working towards qualification
• Alternatively qualified by experience or studying ACCA / ICAEW
• Previous experience within an accountancy practice environment
• Strong working knowledge of bookkeeping, VAT and payroll
• Experience using cloud accounting systems such as Xero or Kash Flow
• Good understanding of Making Tax Digital requirements
• Comfortable speaking confidently with clients and building relationships
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• AI-curious and open-minded towards new technologies and ways of working
• Proactive, reliable and solutions-focused
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
• Positive team player with strong communication skills
• Full right to work in the UK without sponsorship requirements

• Join an award-recognised and growing independent practice
• Hybrid working with flexibility built around trust and collaboration
• Genuine career development and progression opportunities
• Supportive and people-first culture
• Opportunity to work closely with clients and make a real impact
• Modern cloud-accounting focused environment
• Friendly, collaborative and ambitious team
• Be part of one of Cornwall s Top 10 Employers

If you’re looking for an accounting role where you can continue developing technically while building meaningful client relationships inside a supportive and ambitious practice, we’d love to hear from you.

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