Junior Accountant

Location Ripon
Discipline: Public Practice
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £25,000
Contact name: Fiona Milne

Contact email: fiona@sirecruitment.com
Job ref: 23094
Published: 2 days ago

​Job Description: Junior Accountant

Location: Ripon

Type: Full time, office based

Salary: Up to £25,000, plus study support

We are seeking a motivated Junior Accountant to join a dynamic Accountancy Practice on a full-time basis. This office-based role is ideal for candidates looking to develop their career in accountancy, providing opportunities for growth and professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and small limited companies.

• Assist in the preparation of personal, partnership, and corporation tax returns.

• Undertake bookkeeping tasks and prepare VAT returns.

• Support senior members of the accounts team on more complex assignments.

• Receive study support and guidance towards career progression.

Candidate Requirements:

• 1 - 2 years of experience in an accountancy practice.

• Ideally studying for the AAT qualification or equivalent.

• Experience in preparing accounts for both incorporated and unincorporated businesses.

• Basic understanding of tax principles; additional tax experience is advantageous.

• Proficiency in software such as SAGE, Xero, QuickBooks, and ideally IRIS.

• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

• Conscientious, well-organized, and excellent communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Full-time position

• 24 days of holiday, plus bank holidays.

• Overtime pay

• Pension contributions

• Regular staff events to foster team spirit and engagement.

• Competitive salary based on experience.

Ref: 23094