Accounts Assistant – Bookkeeping & Tax Support

About the role

We are partnering with a new start‑up accountancy firm in Sawbridgeworth that is looking to expand its team. As an Accounts Assistant you will play a key part in delivering bookkeeping and tax services to a varied client portfolio while helping shape the growth of the business.

Key responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping duties for a range of sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Prepare accounts in line with relevant deadlines.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of VAT returns, personal tax returns and corporation tax.
• Support clients with general finance and administrative queries, maintaining strong day‑to‑day relationships.
• Provide wider administrative support to the firm and contribute to its development.

Required profile

• AAT part‑qualified or fully qualified.
• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.

Required skills

• Bookkeeping
• VAT return preparation
• Personal tax return preparation
• Corporation tax preparation

What we offer

• Remote working with occasional visits to the Sawbridgeworth office (hybrid).
• Autonomy to shape the role and contribute to business growth.
• Generous holiday package.