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Accounts Assistant

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Recruiter
Nxtgen Recruitment
Location
Essex
Contract
Permanent
Work pattern
Not Specified
Working arrangement
Hybrid working
First listed by Ontap
20 September 2026
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Job description

NXTGEN is pleased to be working with a well established and people focused accountancy firm who are looking to welcome an Accounts Assistant to their team. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their career within practice and develop their experience across accounts and tax within a supportive and friendly team.

Whether you have already gained some experience within an accountancy practice, are currently working towards AAT, have recently completed your studies or are looking to take the next step in your accountancy career, we would be keen to hear from you. The most important thing is that you are keen to learn, develop your skills and build a long term career within practice.

You will join a supportive and collaborative Business team, working alongside colleagues across the wider firm. You will have the opportunity to work with a varied portfolio of clients and gain exposure to a broad range of accounts, tax and bookkeeping work, with support and guidance available from more senior members of the team.

The firm places a real emphasis on its people, with a strong focus on wellbeing, work life balance and personal development. You will be supported with training, mentoring and further study, with opportunities to develop your career at a pace that suits you.

As Accounts Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

Preparing accounts and corporation tax returns for limited companies, with support and guidance from senior team members
Preparing accounts for sole traders and partnerships
Assisting with personal, business and partnership tax computations and returns
Assisting with bookkeeping, account reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records
Preparing VAT returns and supporting clients with digital record keeping and filing requirements
Supporting with other financial reporting tasks as required
Communicating with clients to gather information, respond to queries and build strong working relationships

What's in it for you?

Clear and fast progression plan
Hybrid working and flexible hours
Competitive salary and benefits
Ongoing training and study support

If you are considering your next step in accountancy and are looking for a role where you can learn, develop and build your experience within a supportive team, we would be keen to hear from you.

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