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Assistant Accountant - salary negotiable; well-established independent firm

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Recruiter
Reed
Location
Bedfordshire
Contract
Permanent
Work pattern
Not Specified
First listed by Ontap
7 October 2026
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Job description

Reed Practice is delighted to be partnering with a highly respected and long-established firm of Chartered Accountants with an excellent reputation across the region.

For almost 60 years, from their office which is commutable easily from Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire, the firm has built strong and lasting relationships with a diverse client base ranging from local businesses to national and international organisations. Due to continued growth and an expanding client portfolio, they are now looking to recruit an experienced Accountant to join their friendly and supportive team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practice-based professional seeking a varied role within a stable and successful firm that genuinely values its people.

The Role

As Assistant Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting a portfolio of clients, with responsibilities including:

Support year-end accounts and ensuring client records are accurate and complete.
Assisting with the preparation of management accounts.
Processing sales and purchase invoices, receipts, payments and journals.
Completing bank, credit card and control account reconciliations.
Preparing and submitting VAT returns accurately and on time.
Maintaining client records using cloud-based accounting software.
Liaising directly with clients to resolve bookkeeping queries and obtain financial information.
Processing payroll and pension submissions (desirable but not essential).

About You

We invite those with the following experience to apply

AAT qualification or be qualified by experience.
Previous experience working within an accountancy practice (essential).
Alternatively, experience managing bookkeeping for multiple entities within a finance environment.
Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
A proactive and client-focused approach.

What's on Offer?

Salary to reflect your experience and calibre - apply to enquire
Join a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice.
Friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment.
Varied role with exposure to a broad client portfolio.
Long-term career stability and development opportunities.

To find out more, please contact Natalie Harden at Reed for a confidential discussion, or apply online today for immediate consideration.

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