Junior Accountant

Junior Accountant Independent Accountancy Practice Location: Hertford, HertfordshireJob Type: Permanent, Full-Time An established independent accountancy practice in Hertford is looking to recruit a Junior Accountant to join its friendly and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for an AAT-qualified, AAT studier or early-stage ACCA/ACA student looking to broaden their experience across bookkeeping, VAT, payroll and accounts preparation whilst working closely with experienced Partners. The firm supports a diverse client portfolio ranging from owner-managed businesses through to larger groups across sectors including manufacturing, consultancy, IT and marketing. The Role Working alongside senior accountants and Partners, you will assist with: Bookkeeping and client record processing VAT returns and MTD submissions Bank reconciliations and journal postings Assisting with year-end accounts preparation Processing records through Xero, Sage and QuickBooks Supporting payroll when required Liaising with clients and resolving queries Managing workload to meet client deadlines The Ideal Candidate We are keen to hear from candidates who have: Previous experience within a UK accountancy practice Bookkeeping and VAT return experience Knowledge of Xero, Sage or QuickBooks Strong attention to detail Excellent communication skills A positive and proactive attitude What''s On Offer? Competitive salary Private healthcare after probation Additional holiday entitlement with ..... full job details .....