Accounts Assistant/Bookkeeper

Our client, an independent firm of Chartered Accountants are seeking a Accounts Assistant/Bookkeeper to join their team in Fareham, Hampshire.

The role will involve dealing with the accounts, bookkeeping and VAT for a variety of companies and will include:-

• Daily bookkeeping in office or at clients site
• Liaising with a variety of clients and building lasting relationships
• Assisting with the production of monthly accounts and reports
• Reconciliation balance sheet and profit and loss accounts
• Preparation and posting journals for payroll, prepayments, accruals, fixed assets, VAT etc.
• VAT returns
• Bank reconciliations
• Other ad-hoc duties

You will ideally have at least 18 months to two years accounts and bookkeeping experience, preferably in practice, although they will also consider someone with a commercial background. Study support is also offered for professional exams such as AAT or ACCA if required.

A good working knowledge of Xero and IRIS would also be an advantage.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly firm with superb prospects and whilst the position is office based, there may be an option for flexible/hybrid working after the initial probation period.