Part Time Accounts Assistant

• Part-Time (20 hours per week)
• Remote / Work from Home (within 50 miles of Witney, Oxfordshire)
• Circa £30,000 Pro Rata

The Burford Recruitment Company is delighted to be working with a forward-thinking and expanding accountancy practice that combines traditional expertise with a modern, client-focused approach. Renowned for delivering personal, friendly, and tailored accounting services, they put people at the heart of everything they do — whether that’s their clients or their team.

Due to continued growth, they are now seeking a talented and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their close-knit and supportive team. This role offers the perfect balance of flexibility, autonomy, and meaningful work, all while being part of a forward-thinking and innovative business.

Working remotely, you will provide essential accounts support to a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring all financial processes are handled with accuracy and efficiency. Although home-based, you will be required to live within 50 miles of Witney to allow for occasional in-person team meetings or client visits.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Bookkeeping for a variety of clients across different industries.
• Managing Payroll and CIS returns.
• Preparing and submitting accurate VAT returns.
• Producing year-end accounts in line with relevant regulations.
• Completing tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Supporting the firm’s Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTDITSA) transition.

To succeed in this role, you will be:

• AAT qualified (or equivalent).
• Experienced within an accountancy practice environment.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Able to work independently, managing multiple deadlines and priorities.
• A confident communicator with a good understanding of general business operations.
• Based within 50 miles of Witney to accommodate occasional travel.

• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.
• 100% remote working (with occasional travel for meetings).
• Be part of a modern, friendly, and supportive practice.
• Work in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and client care.

If you are an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to work with a progressive and people-focused accountancy practice, we would love to hear from you.