Looking for a role where your attention to detail and knack for organisation actually make a difference? As an Accounts Assistant, you’ll be the backbone of a leading business services and accounts team, supporting managers and partners with a varied portfolio of bookkeeping and accounting clients. Whether you’re looking to build on your experience or want to learn on the job, this is a chance to get stuck into real work that matters, from tax computations to year-end accounts, and everything in between. Part-time options are available (minimum 20 hours per week), so you can fit your career around your life.

Reporting to the managers and partner, you will be responsible for:
*Providing bookkeeping services, paying bills, completing tax computations and VAT returns, and preparing monthly and quarterly management accounts
*Preparing year-end financial accounts from both in-house and client records (even when they’re not perfect)
*Ensuring all statutory returns are completed and filed on time
*Managing your own workload and helping managers and partners stay organised
*Taking on ad hoc projects as requested

What you will need:
*Previous experience in a similar role is preferred, training can be given
*Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to juggle priorities and spot bottlenecks
*A keen eye for detail and pride in producing neat, accurate work
*Good interpersonal skills and a professional manner, you’ll be building relationships with clients and colleagues
*Numeracy and a high standard of written English
*IT literacy, with a good working knowledge of Word and Excel
*Experience with bookkeeping software (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, IRIS, etc.) is a bonus, but a willingness to learn is essential

What you will get:
*Full time or flexible part-time hours (minimum 20 per week)
*Supportive training and development opportunities
*The chance to work with a friendly, professional team in Alton
*Exposure to a wide range of clients and accounting challenges

If you would like to find out more about this role, please apply with your CV or LinkedIn PDF. We look forward to hearing from you!

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