Practice Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant, Norwich

Practice experienced Bookkeeper required for a Norwich based firm offering excellent progression opportunities into accounting and audit.

Practice Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant / Semi Senior - Norwich

£25,000 - £33,000 Independent practice flexible working offered

Following expansion and restructuring, this independent local practice based in Norwich is seeking a practice experienced Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join its busy team. (Please note applications up to Semi Senior level will be considered).

The position offers variety, regular client interaction, and exposure to a range of modern accounting systems. This is a role that comes with a clear progression route - if you are looking for an opportunity to develop your skills into an Accounts & Audit role in the future, this could be a great role for you.

About the Role

You will be responsible for the bookkeeping duties across a portfolio of predominantly SME clients operating in a variety of sectors. Working closely with the wider accounts team, you will help ensure accurate financial records are maintained and support ongoing reporting and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Posting and reviewing financial transactions to ensure accuracy
• Assisting with the preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns in line with HMRC requirements
• Reconciling bank accounts, sales ledgers, and purchase ledgers
• Communicating with clients to obtain information and addressing queries, including liaison with HMRC when needed
• Supporting with audit activity - getting the opportunity to attend client sites
• Supporting with statutory accounts preparation
• Supporting and guiding clients in the use of cloud based accounting platforms such as Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks

About You

• A minimum of 1 year's experience working within a UK accountancy practice as a Bookkeeper or Accounts Assistant
• Studying towards AAT qualification - minimum of level 3 or AAT qualified
• Experience of working with a client portfolio and delivering bookkeeping, VAT, and ideally management accounts support
• Good working knowledge of cloud based accounting software, ideally including Xero, Sage 50, and QuickBooks
• Strong communication skills, with experience dealing with clients via phone and email
• A well organised, methodical, and conscientious approach to work

What's on Offer

• A friendly and collaborative working environment within a well established practice
• A varied role with scope for increased responsibility and future progression
• Continued study support
• 25 days annual leave
• Onsite parking and flexible working

If you are looking for an opportunity to increase your skills and experience within the practice environment, please apply now!