Accounts Assistant

About the role

Join a respected and friendly accountancy practice in Cornwall as an Accounts Assistant. You will work closely with Client Managers and Senior Accountants, taking ownership of a portfolio of client accounts while developing your technical expertise.

Key responsibilities

• Draft annual accounts for sole traders, partnerships, limited companies and rental properties.
• Prepare corporation tax calculations and CT600 for review.
• Compile personal tax returns (SA100) and finalise client packs for submission.
• Maintain VAT returns and ensure timely filing.
• Update CRM tasks to keep job visibility across the team.
• Liaise with clients on basic queries and provide high‑quality accounting support.

Required profile

• AAT‑qualified with a practice background.
• Experience producing accounts, VAT returns and tax returns.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Organised, proactive and able to meet deadlines.

Required skills

• Xero accounting software.
• DEXT.
• TaxCalc.

What we offer

• 37.5‑hour week with flexible start/finish times between 8:30 am and 6 pm.
• 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays) and your birthday off.
• Quarterly staff events, occasional office lunches and a supportive work‑life balance.
• Free parking and easy access from the A30.