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Accounts Assistant Accounting Practice

Elevation Recruitment Group
Posted 25 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Leeds, West Yorkshire LS14 1DZ

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Accounts Assistant position is located in Leeds City Centre, West Yorkshire, offering a salary between £25k and £30k depending on experience.
  • This full-time, permanent role requires 1-2 years of experience in an accountancy practice, specifically in preparing year-end accounts.
  • The successful candidate will assist with a variety of accounting tasks, including bookkeeping, VAT returns, and client communication.
  • Candidates should be studying AAT or have equivalent experience, along with strong attention to detail and good communication skills.
  • The firm offers a supportive working environment, ongoing training, hybrid working options, and clear progression opportunities.

Accounts Assistant – Leeds (Full-Time)Location: Leeds City Centre, West YorkshireSalary: £25k - £30k DOE Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you looking to build your career in a supportive and fast-paced accountancy practice? We are recruiting for our clients growing and friendly firm based in Leeds, and we’re looking for an enthusiastic Accounts Assistant to join the team!

As an Accounts Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting our clients team with a variety of accounting and bookkeeping tasks for a diverse client base. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong work ethic and a desire to grow within the profession.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting with preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
  • Processing purchase and sales invoices
  • Bank reconciliations and bookkeeping using cloud accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks)
  • Preparing VAT returns and assisting with payroll tasks
  • Supporting with year-end procedures and filing
  • Communicating with clients and providing excellent service

What We’re Looking For:

  • 1-2 years experience in an accountancy practice with experience of preparing year end accounts
  • AAT currently studying (or equivalent experience)
  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Good communication skills and a positive, proactive attitude

What We Offer:

  • A supportive working environment with ongoing training and development
  • Study support (AAT / ACA) for the right candidate
  • Hybrid Working (1 Day WFH)
  • Friendly, approachable team and a great office culture
  • Clear progression opportunities as we continue to grow

Interested?Please contact Cerri Goodinson for more information! 

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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