Job Description

Vacancy: Accounts Assistant

Company: Schlich Ltd

Nature of Company: European Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys

Location: Littlehampton, West Sussex Hours:

Hours: Monday - Friday, either full time or part time across the five days

Salary: 22,000 to 34,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications

About the Role

We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our specialist boutique practice in Littlehampton. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career in a professional services environment, amongst a friendly team. Further details about us can be found at www.schlich.co.uk

Key Responsibilities

Working alongside the Accounts Manager, you will be responsible for:

Recording incoming and outgoing payments and invoices into Xero Preparing invoices, including monthly invoices, and updating the case management system to reflect client billing Checking petty cash and credit card receipts Preparing statements for clients with overdue payments Assisting with VAT return preparation Supporting year-end accounting activities Other ad hoc accounting duties as required

Requirements

Essential:

Experience of working within an accounts department

GCSE passes in both Mathematics and English

Proficient in MS Word and Excel

Possess excellent attention to detail

Ability to work using your own initiative, as well as working as part of a team

Desirable:

Knowledge of accounting software packages, preferably Xero

Ideally, you would be either AAT Level 3 qualified or studying towards it

What We Offer

Flexible working arrangements

: Full-time or part-time hours across Monday to Friday

25 days holiday

plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance and eye care scheme

Company pension scheme

Study support

(for those currently studying AAT or looking to begin)

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications to HR@schlich.co.uk by

Friday, 19th December 2025.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. No agencies please.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 22,000.00-33,000.00 per year

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person