Assistant Accountant

About the RoleNigel Wright are delighted to be supporting a well-established and respected professional services firm in the North West with the appointment of an Assistant Accountant.This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative finance team, offering broad exposure across client accounts and the opportunity to develop technical skills within a structured environment.Key ResponsibilitiesPreparing year-end statutory accounts for a portfolio of clients including sole traders, partnerships and limited companiesCompleting and submitting VAT returns accurately and within required deadlinesPreparing personal tax returns (SA100), ensuring accurate calculation of liabilitiesProducing corporation tax computations and CT600 returns in line with HMRC requirementsActing as a key point of contact for clients, gathering information and responding to queries in a timely and professional mannerSupporting audit assignments, including participation in fieldwork and assisting senior team membersMaintaining accurate and up-to-date bookkeeping records using cloud-based accounting systemsIdentifying potential tax and accounting planning opportunities and raising these with senior colleaguesProviding guidance and support to junior team members, contributing to a positive and collaborative team cultureCandidate ProfilePrevious experience in a finance or accounting roleAAT qualification (or actively studying towards AAT/ACCA/CIMA)Strong attention to detail and high levels ..... full job details .....