Bookkeeper​/Assistant Accountant : Accountancy Practice

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for a Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant to join an accounting and business advisory firm providing bookkeeping, payroll, tax, VAT, and outsourced finance services and helping startups and SMEs improve financial efficiency.

As a Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant, you will manage your own portfolio of clients, delivering day-to-day financial support while ensuring accurate reporting, compliance and excellent client service.

This full-time office-based role offers a salary range of £28,000 - £35,000 and benefits.

• Managing a portfolio of business clients and acting as their primary finance contact.
• Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records and processing financial transactions.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns, CIS returns and payroll.
• Assisting with year-end accounts and related financial processes.
• Producing management accounts and financial reports.
• Reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies.
• Responding to client queries and providing practical financial guidance.
• Monitoring workloads and ensuring key deadlines are achieved.
• Managing financial records across multiple companies while maintaining compliance.
• Liaising with clients by telephone, online meetings and face-to-face.

• Previously worked as a Bookkeeper, Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Junior Accountant, Practice Bookkeeper, Accountant or in a similar role.
• Have background in bookkeeping or accountancy.
• Sound knowledge of VAT, payroll, CIS, tax returns and year-end accounting procedures.
• Proficiency in Xero, Sage and Quick Books.
• Experience managing client relationships in a professional environment.
• A proactive approach with strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable taking ownership of your workload and working collaboratively within a team.
• An interest in using AI and automation tools to improve efficiency and service delivery.

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to build strong client relationships and take ownership of your portfolio.
• Exposure to management accounts and advisory-focused work.
• Ongoing opportunities to develop your skills and progress within the business.

If you’re looking to join a supportive accountancy practice where you can take ownership of your work and build strong client relationships, we’d love to hear from you.