On behalf of our client, a well-established, Top 100 accountancy practice, we are recruiting for an Outsourcing Accounts Assistant to join the outsourcing team at the firm's Oxford office. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm with an enviable reputation. Whilst this is a junior role, you will need to have experience within a similar position to ensure that you can undertake fundamental tasks with minimum supervision from the outset. As Outsourcing Accounts Assistant, you will have the following

responsibilities:
Assisting with the preparation of management accounts and completion of VAT returns Building productive working relationships within the firm and with clients Bookkeeping, including; preparing opening balance journals, processing sales and purchase invoices and reconciling the bank account Developing and applying your technical knowledge through on the job training and formal qualifications Using a variety of accounting software packages including CCH, Sage and Xero This firm is looking for a dynamic person to join the team, someone who is curious, forward-thinking and assimilates information quickly, who takes pride in every task carried out for the clients. To be considered for this position, applicants will satisfy the following criteria: Educated to A Level or higher AAT qualified or part qualified At least 2 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice Strong communication skills, verbal and written Exceptional attention to detail Excellent IT skills, specifically Xero and some knowledge of QuickBooks Online, Sage and CCH would be an advantage A positive, confident and proactive attitude Ability to prioritise and meet tight timeframes with high quality output Enjoy working as part of a team and self-motivated This firm will offer the successful candidate: Exposure to a wide range of clients across many industry sectors A Line Manager who will work closely with you to support you through your development and provide day to day guidance as well as a Buddy to help you get up to speed Competitive salary and benefits package including flexible working, pension, life assurance and a fantastic retail discount scheme 20 days holiday including bank holidays, increasing with service plus the opportunity to buy/sell holiday to fit your lifestyle Modern, recently refurbished attractive central Oxford office A comprehensive induction to help you get up to speed Full funding and support to complete the AAT qualification, including study leave & time off for exams We can only accept applications from candidates that have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship. Submit your CV for this Outsourcing Accounts Assistant role