Full job descriptionOur client, is a small, friendly and well-established firm of Accountants based in Bedfordshire. They are now looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper to join its team.
Reporting to the owner, you will be responsible for:
*Maintaining client bookkeeping records using Xero
*Processing purchase invoices, bank transactions and bank reconciliations
*Preparing and filing VAT returns and MTD for Income Tax Returns
*Running payrolls and assisting with workplace pension administration
*Dealing with basic period end adjustments including prepayments and accruals
*Preparing year end working paper files for the accountants
*Assisting with management accounts and maintaining schedules
*Reviewing bookkeeping completed by clients and resolving discrepancies
*Assisting with onboarding new clients and setting up cloud accounting systems
*Supporting the preparation of quarterly and monthly management reporting packs
*Assisting clients with software queries and basic training
*Liaising with clients and HMRC on a regular basis to resolve queries
*Managing digital client records, document capture and filing systems
You should have 12-18 months plus experience within an accounting firm, have knowledge of Xero, be flexible in your approach and enjoy working in a small firm.