Accounts and Tax Assistant

Bennett and Game are delighted to be working alongside a medium sized, reputable, and growing Accountancy Practice, as they recruit for an Accounts and Tax Assistant in their Sutton Office. Offering circa £35k, hybrid working, 23 days holiday plus bank, private medical, life assurance, and more.

This role is well suited to an ambitious accountant who might still be at the early stages of their career, with a minimum of 2 years practice experience, looking to grow their career in a progressive environment for a reputable company. With on the job training and clear progression routes.

Accounts and Tax Assistant Job Overview

• Client Interaction: Serve as the first point of contact for new and existing clients, managing relationships and ensuring smooth communication.
• Client Portfolio Management: Oversee a diverse range of clients, providing accurate reporting and financial tailored to their needs.
• Tax Returns: Prepare and support personal tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
• VAT & Statutory Returns: Prepare VAT returns for businesses as well as completing their statutory accounts and tax returns using IRIS software.
• Sole Trader & Rental Accounts: Process and complete sole trader accounts and rental accounts.
• Client Query Management: Resolve client queries efficiently, ensuring a high level of satisfaction and professional service.
• HMRC & Companies House Liaison: Act as first point of contact for HMRC enquiries and liaise with Companies House as needed.

Accounts and Tax Assistant Job Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years accountancy practice experience, with experience speaking to and managing clients.
• Interpersonal Skills: You are confident and resilient in your communication, able to build strong relationships with both clients and internal teams.
• Numeracy & Literacy: Strong numerical and written communication skills to handle complex financial data and client correspondence.
• Software Proficiency: Experience with accounting software, including Xero, Freeagent, IRIS and Excel.
• Organisational Skills: You can manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively, maintaining a high level of organisation even under pressure.
• Self-Motivated: Able to work independently, take the initiative and demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail with a commitment to accuracy in all aspects of the work you do.
• Qualifications: AAT or ATT qualified or equivalent with a strong foundation in accountancy and personal tax.

Accounts and Tax Assistant Salary & Benefits

• Salary circa up to £35,000 per annum.
• Starting holiday of 23 days plus bank holidays, increasing 1 day a year, up to 31 days.
• Simply health cash benefits plan.
• Group Income Protection.
• Life assurance x 4.
• Option to join private medical insurance scheme with Aviva (salary sacrifice).
• Pension - auto enrol - 5% employee and 3% employer.