Accounts Assistant

Posted:	14/04/26
Recruiter:	BMC Recruitment Group Ltd
Reference:	3097635594
Type:	Permanent
Salary:	£30,000 - £36,000 Annual
Location:	Morpeth, Northumberland
Description:	A long-established, family-run accountancy practice in Morpeth is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their friendly and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a close-knit environment and wants to play a key role in delivering high-quality service to a varied client base. The Opportunity Due to continued growth and internal team changes, the firm is looking for a capable Accounts Assistant who can confidently support across accounts, VAT, bookkeeping, and payroll. You ll work closely with the Accounts Manager and business owner, contributing to a smooth and efficient service for clients. Key Responsibilities Preparing statutory accounts for a range of clients Preparing and submitting VAT returns Assisting with bookkeeping tasks Supporting payroll processing Using a variety of accounting systems (including Sage, Xero, Excel, TaxCalc, BrightPay) Communicating with clients to gather information and resolve queries Working collaboratively with colleagues to meet deadlines and maintain accuracy About You To be successful in this role, you will need: At least 5 years experience within an accountancy practice Strong knowledge of accounts preparation, VAT, and bookkeeping AAT Level 4 qualification with relevant post-qualification experience Confidence in communicating with clients and colleagues The ability to manage your workload and meet deadlines consistently Culture & Fit This role is ideal for someone who: Enjoys being part of a small, supportive team Values steady, high-quality work over a high-pressure corporate environment Takes pride in delivering excellent client service Works collaboratively and communicates well What s on Offer Salary between £30k £36k, depending on experience Performance-related bonuses Flexible working hours A friendly, down-to-earth working environment
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