Accounts Assistant - Burnley

Accounts Assistant

Full-Time | Practice-Based | Up to £33,000

They are looking for a proactive Accounts Assistant with the drive and expertise to help take things to the next level. If you want a role where you'll make a genuine difference — modernising systems, developing people, shaping strategy, and growing a business — then they want to hear from you.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the management of a portfolio of account clients, ensuring timely submission of financial statements and tax returns, timely completion of work, and maintained profitability.

• Develop and maintain effective client relationships, including client-facing engagements.

• Prepare financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, charities, and limited companies in accordance with the relevant accounting standards.

• Support junior staff and work collaboratively with the wider team to encourage knowledge sharing and team growth.

• Preparation of VAT returns.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client bookkeeping records and management accounts.

• Support the office with its ongoing firm-wide digital transformation, including the promotion of internal and external automation processes.

Skills, Qualifications and Requirements

• Level 4 AAT qualified.

• Demonstrable general practice experience.

• Ability to travel to client premises and between offices.

• Excellent communication skills — verbal and written.

• Excellent computer skills.

• Extensive knowledge and experience of Xero accounting software.

• Ability to work as part of a team, whilst also using own initiative when required.

• Good organisational and administrative skills.

• Excellent attention to detail.

What's on Offer

• Salary: Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

• Holiday and Leave: 31 days' holiday inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas closure, a day off for your birthday, and additional holidays after 10 and 15 years' service.

• Free onsite parking.

• Pension & Financial: Company pension scheme with employer contributions, plus death in service cover.

• Professional Development: Continuous training in soft skills, technical knowledge, and professional development, with support for career growth and potential progression to management roles.

• Flexible Working: Flexible start and finish times to suit your circumstances, plus an early finish on Fridays.

• Reward Gateway: Access to discounts from a wide range of retailers, gyms, and services.

• Team Culture: A friendly, professional team that values collaboration and knowledge-sharing, where your ideas are heard and your contributions are valued.

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