Job Description
Accounts & Tax Assistant
Location: Barnsley
Salary: 22-32k per annum
Experience: UK accountancy practice experience preferred
Location: Barnsley
Salary: 22-32k per annum
Experience: UK accountancy practice experience preferred
Overview
We are supporting a well-established accountancy practice to recruit an Accounts & Tax Assistant. This role is ideal for someone looking to build a solid grounding across accounts preparation and tax compliance, with structured support and clear development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with preparing statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
- Support the preparation of corporation tax computations and returns
- Prepare personal tax returns and help gather information from clients
- Maintain accurate working papers and ensure deadlines are met
- Liaise with clients to request records, resolve queries, and provide a professional service
- Assist with bookkeeping and VAT returns where required (depending on the team and portfolio)
- Support managers with ad hoc tasks and workflow during busy periods
What We’re Looking For
- Some experience in a UK accountancy practice (accounts and/or tax) is beneficial
- AAT studying/qualified, or ATT/ACA/ACCA studying, is welcome (not essential)
- Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
- Confident communicator with a professional manner when dealing with clients
- Comfortable using accounting software and Excel (training provided where needed)
What’s On Offer
- Study support (where applicable)
- Supportive team and hands-on training
- Clear progression opportunities
- Flexible working options (role dependent)
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Diane Shaw
📩 d.shaw@h-fts.com
📲 07506740664
☎️ 03339962882