Assistant Accountant

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Assistant Accountant to join our team. The successful candidate will support day‑to‑day accounting and financial administration activities, ensuring accurate and timely financial records.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of accurate financial records and accounting documentation.
• Process purchase and sales invoices, payments, receipts, and other financial transactions.
• Prepare financial reports, schedules, and management information as required.
• Assist with VAT returns and other statutory financial requirements.
• Identify discrepancies or errors in financial records and help resolve them.
• Provide general administrative and financial support to the Director/Practice Manager.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in an accounting or finance environment.
• Proactive, self‑motivated, dependable and organised with a positive attitude.

Required skills

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks and Dext.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Solid understanding of fundamental accounting principles and bookkeeping.