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Accounts Assistant

Job in Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, ML3, Scotland, UK
Listing for: Additional Resources
Full Time, Apprenticeship/Internship position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounting Assistant
  • Finance & Banking
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18000 - 25000 GBP Yearly GBP 18000.00 25000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant / Trainee Accountant to join our client, a progressive and expanding accountancy practice providing professional services across a broad client base.

As an Accounts Assistant / Trainee Accountant, you will be supporting a range of clients with accounting, tax, payroll, and compliance services while developing your professional expertise.

This full-time permanent role offers a salary range of £18,000 - £25,000 and benefits.

Responsibilities
  • Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
  • Assisting with management accounts and VAT returns
  • Completing reconciliations, data analysis, and general accounting tasks
  • Supporting clients with cloud-based accounting software (such as Xero and Sage)
  • Processing weekly and monthly payrolls
  • Assisting with tax returns and other compliance matters
  • Liaising with clients and responding to queries professionally
What we are looking for
  • Previously worked as an Accounts Assistant, Accounts Technician, Accounts Trainee, Trainee Accountant, junior Accountant, Accounting Technician, Bookkeeper or in a similar role
  • Accounts graduate, Accounting Technician or Part-Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CAI or equivalent)
  • Ideally have accountancy practice experience
  • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and accounting systems
What’s on offer
  • Competitive Salary
  • Training contract available with professional body support
  • Hybrid working flexibility
  • Supportive environment with exposure to varied clients and industries
  • Ongoing career development and progression opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career in a supportive and forward-looking accountancy practice.

Important Information

We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.

If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.

Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

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