Assistant Accountant

Part qualified Client Manager

Bexhill | Full-time | Hybrid working available after probation

Your new company

A well-established and growing independent accountancy practice is looking to appoint an experienced Practice Accountant to join its friendly and collaborative team in Bexhill. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or qualified-by-experience accountant seeking a varied role with direct client contact, a broad portfolio and genuine long-term prospects.The firm prides itself on delivering a high-quality, personal service to owner-managed businesses and individuals across a wide range of sectors.

Your new role

You will manage a varied portfolio of sole traders, partnerships and limited companies, providing accounts preparation, tax compliance and day-to-day client support.Responsibilities will include:

• Preparation of statutory accounts and tax returns
• Bookkeeping and maintenance of client records
• Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and provide ongoing support
• Managing invoices, expenses and other financial administration
• Producing reports and analysing practice data where required
• Working closely with colleagues and external providers to ensure excellent client service
• Supporting a broad range of accounting and compliance requirements for SME clients

This is a hands-on position offering plenty of client interaction and the opportunity to become a trusted adviser to your portfolio.

What you'll need to succeed

• Part qualified ACA, ACCA or AAT qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment
• Strong accounts preparation and tax compliance experience
• Experience working with bookkeeping and cloud accounting software including Xero and QuickBooks
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Good Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Knowledge of IRIS would be advantageous

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Varied client portfolio and broad role remit
• Long-term career development opportunities
• Hybrid working available following successful completion of probation (up to two days working from home per week)
• Modern office environment and collaborative team culture

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Varied client portfolio and broad role remit
• Long-term career development opportunities
• Hybrid working available following successful completion of probation (up to two days working from home per week)
• Modern office environment and collaborative team culture

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