Accounts Technician

Location: Torbay initially | Hybrid / Exeter thereafter if this is preferred.
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time – Minimum 30 hours per week
Salary: Up to £30,000 FTE, depending on experience

A growing and forward-thinking accountancy practice is looking for an experienced Accounts Technician to join its friendly and supportive team.

The role will initially be Torbay-based for the first six months, after which there will be the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis or from the Exeter office if prefered.

This is a varied practice role, with a strong focus on bookkeeping, accounts preparation and VAT, working closely with a portfolio of clients.

The Role

You will be responsible for providing a range of accounts and bookkeeping services to clients, preparing accounts and VAT returns and supporting with general practice work.

The role would suit someone with previous accountancy practice experience who enjoys working across a varied client portfolio and is confident managing their own workload.

Key Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping for a range of clients.

• Preparing year-end and management accounts.

• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.

• Bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records.

• Dealing with client queries and providing day-to-day support.

• Supporting with general accounts and practice-based duties.

• Managing deadlines across a varied portfolio of clients.

• Building strong, long-term client relationships.

• Some payroll exposure would be beneficial, although this is not the main focus of the role.

About You

We're keen to hear from candidates who have:

• Previous accountancy practice experience.

• Strong bookkeeping and accounts preparation experience.

• Experience preparing and submitting VAT returns.

• Good knowledge of accounting software.

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

• Strong communication and client service skills.

• The ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines.

• A proactive and professional approach.

• The ability to work independently while being part of a wider team.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £30,000 FTE, depending on experience.

• Minimum 30 hours per week.

• A varied role across bookkeeping, accounts and VAT.

• Torbay-based for the first six months, with hybrid working or Exeter office thereafter.

• Flexible and supportive working environment.

• Friendly, collaborative team.

• Excellent opportunity to develop within a growing accountancy practice.

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