Job Description

The responsibilities for this Accounts Assistant based in Bristol are:

• To ensure that jobs are completed to the highest standard, within the agreed internal budget for the job and to discuss all material points arising on the assignment with the manager/director and client
• To take a hands on role on all assignments as required
• To perform the firm's review and completion procedures on statutory accounts, management accounts and VAT returns, liaising with the client/director where required to ensure successful completion
• Assist with tax compliance, corporation tax computations and general VAT issues
• Build and maintain consultative client relationships and to practise the principles of excellent client service at all times
• To ensure that appropriate liaison takes place with all other departments, and that all potential client needs are identified and serviced accordingly
• To take the lead role with project assignments, visiting clients to ascertain needs and delivering the project in a cost effective manner
• To provide close support to the managers within the team, providing answers to clients or other team members on technical issues and accounting processes
• To maintain an advanced level of technical knowledge through appropriate reading and courses, and to fulfil any development or training requirements
• To support the training and development of the staff within the team

Job Offer

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a growing firm of accountants who have an exceptional reputation in the local area.

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Annual salary review
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Hours 37.5 per week full time
• Life Assurance (3x Salary)
• Personal Pension, Employer 3%, Employee min 2%
• Training CPD support

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

A good understanding of UK financial reporting requirements and good confidence in accounts preparation Ability to produce/process complex management accounts and forecasts Excellent IT skills, experience with Xero/Cloud Accounting would be advantageous Ability to demonstrate commercial awareness and to add value Strong oral and written communication skills Well organised, enthusiastic and self-motivated team player you will have a thorough and systematic approach to work Ability to work independently and to manage own workload Well-developed people skills to relate to clients and colleagues Good organisational and time management skills Strong accounts production skills