AAT Accounts Assistant

Accounts Preparation / Bookkeeping

Location: Tiverton
Salary: £28,000–£35,000 per annum, depending on experience
Hours: Full-time
Job Type: Permanent

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Preparation / Bookkeeping professional to join a friendly accountancy practice in Tiverton.

This would suit someone who is AAT qualified or working at a similar level
, with solid experience in practice and who enjoys the hands-on side of accounts work.

The role would be ideal for someone who is happy working at this level long-term, rather than looking to progress into an ACA-qualified or managerial position.

• Preparing accounts for a range of clients

• Completing VAT returns

• Bookkeeping and maintaining accurate financial records

• Bank reconciliations

• Preparing accounts to trial balance

• Dealing with day-to-day client queries

• Supporting clients with their accounting requirements

• Working with a range of accounting software

• Ensuring work is completed accurately and within deadlines

We are looking for someone with:

• Previous experience within an accountancy practice

• AAT qualification or equivalent experience

• Good experience preparing accounts

• Strong bookkeeping skills

• Experience completing VAT returns

• Good attention to detail and accuracy

• A practical, hands-on approach

• The ability to work independently and manage deadlines

• Good communication skills and a client-focused approach

This role would suit someone who enjoys accounts preparation, bookkeeping and VAT work and is looking for a stable, long-term position within a good practice.

£28,000–£35,000 per annum
, depending on experience, alongside a range of benefits to be discussed.