Job Description

JOB TITLE

Accounts Assistant/Bookkeeper

ROLE INCLUDES

To work with, and assist, colleagues and management in any way necessary to ensure the smooth running of an accountancy office

Assist with accounts production for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies - specifically initial file preparation and working papers to review point.

Occasional assistance with day-to-day bookkeeping for clients to include sales, purchases and bank account reconciliations

Maintain accounting records on Xero - this is the software that we predominantly use.

Assist with the preparation of quarterly VAT returns

Preparation of accounts to trial balance stage - production of working papers file

Assistance with personal tax returns - processing data and preparing tax returns for review

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Knowledge and experience of financial processes within an accounting practice Experience of working with Xero Good knowledge of bookkeeping and VAT Competent in spreadsheets

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Excellent written and oral communication Ability to work in a small team and communicate well Ability to report to and take instructions from management and escalate accordingly Keen eye for detail and high levels of accuracy Adaptable and organised
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 - 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cirencester

Application deadline: 30/06/2025