Accounts Assistant

At S&W, we help our clients thrive by simplifying the complex, illuminating new paths, and shaping solutions that make a difference. As one of the UK’s top 10 fastest-growing accountancy firms, we have been a trusted partner since 1881—helping businesses and individuals meet challenges and seize opportunities across generations.

Built on expertise and driven by ambition, we provide a comprehensive range of services, including tax and accountancy, advisory and assurance, corporate finance, and restructuring. We are defined by our purpose—to help navigate challenges, unlock potential, and achieve the extraordinary.

Job Description

What will you be doing?

We're seeking a talented individual to join our team in Birmingham, predominately responsible for the preparation of the annual financial accounts within the timeframe agreed with the client or required by statute. Also, if required, accurate processing of clients' financial data and the preparation of monthly/quarterly management accounts and undertaking the preparation of VAT returns and other VAT compliance.

There is the possibility of AAT/ACCA support in the role for the right candidate.

As Accounts Assistant, your responsibilities will include among others:

• Prepare annual financial statements including statutory accounts, partnership accounts, sole trader accounts and trust accounts for tax purposes.
• Manage a portfolio of clients.
• Visit client premises to undertake on-site accounting needs as required.
• Prepare and input client transactions into computerised ledger system if required.
• Preparation of monthly/quarterly management accounts for clients if required.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual VAT returns from financial information supplied by client if required. Preparing Intrastat and ECC sales lists for clients.
• Completion of other VAT services including registration, de-registrations, options to tax etc as required.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should:

• Be studying towards ACCA/ACA/AAT qualification or have evidence of suitable work experience.
• Have technical knowledge and an awareness of FRS102, FRS 102 1a and FRS105.
• Have prior experience of computerised accounting packages including cloud-based software.
• Be able to work independently but as part of a wider team.
• Be results orientated to meet and exceed client expectations, with a key focus on delivering high-quality work that consistently meets internal and/or external client deadlines.
• Have an understanding of accounting standards.

Additional Information

As a colleague here at S&W you will have access to benefits that include:

• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Pension contribution
• Generous holiday package
• Option to purchase additional holiday
• Shared parental leave
• Fully funded training towards professional qualifications
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Eye care support

We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we’re delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workplace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.

We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.