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Junior Accountant

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must have 3+ years in an accountancy practice, be proficient in Xero, possess strong communication skills, have attention to detail, work well in a team, and be AAT/ACA/ACCA part-qualified/qualified.
  • You will prepare tax returns, analyze financial statements, reconcile accounts, perform bookkeeping, and handle adhoc tasks as they arise, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting.

Requirements

  • 3+ years' previous experience working in an accountancy practice
  • Proficient using Xero software
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail, able to identify errors and ensure accuracy in financial records
  • Ability to work well within a team
  • AAT/ACA/ACCA part-qualified/qualified

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and file tax returns for a variety of clients, ensuring compliance with tax laws
  • Prepare and analyse financial statements and ensure accurate reporting
  • Reconcile accounts and resolve any discrepancies efficiently
  • General bookkeeping duties
  • Take care of any adhoc work as and when it arises

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the Junior Accountant role?

The main responsibilities include preparing and filing tax returns, analyzing financial statements, reconciling accounts, performing general bookkeeping duties, and handling any ad hoc work as needed.

What is the required experience for this position?

The position requires 3+ years of previous experience working in an accountancy practice.

What software proficiency is necessary for this role?

Proficiency in using Xero software is required for the Junior Accountant position.

What qualifications are needed for this position?

Candidates should be AAT/ACA/ACCA part-qualified or qualified.

How important are communication skills for this role?

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for effectively collaborating with clients and team members.

What kind of professional development support is offered?

The position offers a study support package to assist with further professional qualifications.

What benefits are offered with the Junior Accountant position?

Benefits include a competitive salary, 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, gym membership, standard pension contributions, and regular staff social events.

Where is the job location?

The job is located in Central London.

Is this a full-time or part-time position?

This is a full-time, permanent position.

Who is handling the recruitment for this role?

Bennett and Game Recruitment, a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency, is handling the recruitment for this vacancy.

We are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency operating within a range of allied industries throughout the UK.

Human Resources
Industry
51-200
Employees
2012
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Bennett & Game Recruitment formed in 2012 and currently we are one of the largest single-sited technical recruitment agencies based in the South East of England. As a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency, we operate within a range of allied industries with each division of our business providing a knowledgeable and trustworthy service to specialist areas of the market. Our position within the industry has helped us create an enviable reputation. Our success and experience enable us to research market trends, competitor knowledge and allied industries. We work with a variety of candidates with ranging experience from entry-level graduates through to Directors and Executives. Our expanding client base ranges from small businesses and SME’s, through to national and global blue-chip companies. The recruitment solution we provide to our clients relates to the introduction of candidates on a Permanent, Interim or Fixed Term Contract basis.