Assistant Accountant
£35,000 - £40,000 - Paddock Wood - Immediate Start
Monday to Friday 9am - 5.30pm
Temp-to-Perm

KHR are partnering with a small, independent high street accountancy practice that's been supporting SMEs across Kent, Sussex, and London for over 35 years. They're on the lookout for an Assistant Accountant to join their family-feel team in Paddock Wood, Kent.

Position Overview

As a Qualified Accountant, you will play a crucial role in preparing accounts for a diverse range of clients, including sole traders, partnerships, LLPs, and Companies. Your expertise will ensure that accounts are accurate and review-ready, contributing to the practice's commitment to delivering exceptional financial services to their valued client base.

Responsibilities

- Prepare accounts from client records for various entity types to a review-ready level
- Obtain explanations and information from clients to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Provide clients with year-end adjustments and assist Directors with tagged accounts for Corporation tax returns
- Offer bookkeeping advice and support to clients
- Prepare quarterly VAT returns and monthly CIS returns
- Support other team members to ensure seamless service delivery

Candidate Profile

- Minimum of 3 years' accounting experience within an accountancy practice environment
- At least Level 3 AAT Qualified
- Accurate data entry skills and excellent computer proficiency
- Strong communication skills, numerical accuracy, and attention to detail
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, and Iris (advantageous)

Benefits include 28 days holiday, pension, parking, training and development.

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