Junior Accountant – Oxford

About the role

We are seeking a Junior Accountant to join a growing accountancy practice in Oxfordshire. This full‑time permanent role offers the chance to develop your bookkeeping expertise while working alongside experienced accountants and serving a diverse client base.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for a portfolio of clients using cloud‑based accounting software.
• Process sales and purchase invoices, receipts and payments.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns in line with HMRC deadlines.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end bookkeeping processes, including maintaining purchase and sales ledgers.
• Prepare basic management information for senior review.
• Liaise with clients to obtain financial information and answer day‑to‑day bookkeeping queries.
• Support the preparation of year‑end accounts by ensuring records are complete and accurate.
• Undertake general finance and administrative tasks as required.

Required profile

• Previous experience in bookkeeping, accounts assistance or a junior accounting role.
• Good understanding of double‑entry bookkeeping principles.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Professional communication skills when dealing with clients.
• AAT qualification or progress towards AAT/ACCA/ACA is advantageous but not essential.

Required skills

• Xero
• QuickBooks
• Sage

What we offer

• Salary of £28,000‑£33,000 per year, dependent on experience.
• Full training and ongoing professional development.
• Study support for AAT, ACCA or ACA qualifications.
• Exposure to a varied client portfolio across multiple sectors.
• Friendly, collaborative working environment with clear career progression.
• Workplace pension and generous annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Regular team social events and wellbeing initiatives.