Accounts Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Accounts Assistant
Up to £33K DOE
We are currently seeking an Accounts Assistant to join a leading accountancy practice based in South London. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic accountancy team and make a real impact to a thriving practice. If you have experience as an accounts assistant in a UK accountancy practice we would love to hear from you!
Benefits:
- Competitive salary DOE
- Regular salary reviews
- Hybrid working available 1/2 days a week
- Team social events
- Supportive work environment
- Genuine career progression opportunities
Responsibilities:
- Maintaining accurate financial records and preparing accounts up to trial balance for a portfolio of clients
- Performing bank reconciliations and processing payments
- Producing and submitting VAT returns
- Preparing CIS returns
- Liaising with clients & HMRC
- Supporting the team with accounts preparation
- Occasionally supporting the team with processing payroll
- Using accounting software's such as Xero, Sage & Quickbooks
Requirements:
- At least 2 years' experience working in a UK accountancy practice environment
- Accounting qualifications are desirable but not essential
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with clients
- Have experience with Xero & Quickbooks
- A strong attention to detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines
If this sounds of interest to you please click APPLY or contact Jade on 01904 571760 for more info!
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Up to £33,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Accounts Assistant roles across Puro Accountancy's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £33,000 - £33,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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