Accounts Technician

We're looking for an Accounts Technician to join our Exeter office on a permanent basis. Whether you're AAT qualified, part-qualified and continuing your studies, or qualified by experience, this is a great opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking firm.

• Preparing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders up to the audit threshold
• Preparing personal and corporate tax computations and returns
• Providing bookkeeping and management accounting services
• Filing documents with Companies House and HMRC on behalf of clients
• Ensuring accounting records are maintained accurately and kept up to date
• Preparing and completing quarterly VAT returns
• Working in line with internal policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements
• Providing general administrative support to Partners, Managers, and the wider office

This job description summarises the main duties and responsibilities of the post, however the list is not exhaustive as the post-holder may be required to undertake other duties and projects of similar level and responsibility.

• A minimum of 1-2 years' experience working in an accountancy practice (essential)
• AAT qualification, or be part-qualified with ongoing studies, or qualified by experience
• Previous experience preparing accounts for limited companies and unincorporated businesses
• A friendly, positive, and approachable manner
• Confidence in dealing with clients and colleagues at all levels
• Resilience, flexibility, and the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Initiative and the ability to prioritise your workload to meet deadlines
• A professional and team-oriented approach
• Good working knowledge of general IT (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and basic social media tools)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and concisely
• Accuracy and a strong eye for detail

We're Westcotts - a Top 50+50 Accountancy Practice and Real Living Wage Employer, with over 300 team members based across 16 offices in Devon and Somerset.

• Varied and meaningful work that helps you grow and develop your skills
• A genuine focus on wellbeing and work/life balance
• Opportunities to progress your career within a respected and growing firm, Up to 36.25 hours / 5 days per week.
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to 25 days plus bank holidays after 3 years' service.
• Annual salary review.
• Death in service 3 x annual salary.
• Access to Westfield Rewards and Health scheme.
• 24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline.
• Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving and Private Medical Insurance.
• Introducing clients and team member commission schemes.
• Pension 3% rising to 4% (but matched up to 6% after 4 years' service).
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay after one years' service.