AAT Level 4 Accountant

AAT Level 4 Accountant
Location: Ripley, Derbyshire
Salary: Competitive Salary
Hours: Fulltime
Role Purpose
To provide accurate accounting support across a portfolio of clients, ensuring timely preparation of accounts, strong financial controls, and highquality service delivery. The role suits someone confident with AAT Level 4 standards, able to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.

Key Responsibilities as the new AAT Level 4 Accountant

• Accounts preparation - Prepare year end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Bookkeeping - Maintain accurate ledgers, journals and reconciliations.
• VAT returns - Complete and submit VAT returns in line with HMRC requirements.
• Management accounts - Assist with monthly/quarterly management accounts and reporting.
• Client communication - Respond to client queries promptly and professionally.
• Compliance - Ensure work meets AAT standards, internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Software use - Use accounting systems such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks or similar.
• Financial analysis - Support with variance analysis, budgeting and forecasting.
• Process accuracy - Maintain high levels of accuracy and attention to detail across all tasks.
• Team support - Assist colleagues, share knowledge and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• AAT Level 4 qualified (or equivalent experience)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles
• Good knowledge of VAT, bookkeeping and financial reporting
• Ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple tasks
• High accuracy and attention to detail
• Good communication and clientfacing skills
• Experience with accounting software (Xero/Sage/QuickBooks)
• Strong organisational skills
• Positive, flexible attitude

To apply please contact Chloe or send CV

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