Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant : Accountancy Practice

An opportunity has arisen for a Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant to join an accounting and business advisory firm providing bookkeeping, payroll, tax, VAT, and outsourced finance services and helping startups and SMEs improve financial efficiency. As a Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant, you will manage your own portfolio of clients, delivering day-to-day financial support while ensuring accurate reporting, compliance and excellent client service. This full-time office-based role offers a salary range of £28,000 - £35,000 and benefits. You will be responsible for ? Managing a portfolio of business clients and acting as their primary finance contact. ? Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records and processing financial transactions. ? Preparing and submitting VAT returns, CIS returns and payroll. ? Assisting with year-end accounts and related financial processes. ? Producing management accounts and financial reports. ? Reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies. ? Responding to client queries and providing practical financial guidance. ? Monitoring workloads and ensuring key deadlines are achieved. ? Managing financial records across multiple companies while maintaining compliance. ? Liaising with clients by telephone, online meetings and face-to-face. What we are looking for ? Previously worked as a Bookkeeper, Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Junior Accountant, Practice Bookkeeper, Accountant or in a similar role ? Have background in bookkeeping or accountancy. ? Sound knowledge of VAT, payroll, CIS, tax returns and year-end accounting procedures. ? Proficiency in Xero, Sage and QuickBooks. ? Experience managing client relationships in a professional environment. ? A proactive approach with strong organisational and problem-solving skills. ? Comfortable taking ownership of your workload and working collaboratively within a team. ? An interest in using AI and automation tools to im