Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant, Guildford, Surrey Hybrid & Flexible Working
£38,000 - £45,000 plus ACCA Study Support if required

Fletcher George are arranging interviews for an Assistant Accountant to join a well-established, privately owned firm in Guildford.

Working within a great team you will take ownership of a varied portfolio, providing statutory accounts, bookkeeping and some management accounts services to owner-managed businesses across a range of sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building long-term client relationships and is looking to join a friendly, forward-thinking practice with genuine flexibility.

What is in it for you?

• Flexible working


• Ongoing CPD and professional development.


• A friendly, supportive firm with an excellent culture and high levels of autonomy.


• ACCA Study Support if required

The Assistant Accountant Role

• Manage a portfolio of clients.


• Prepare quarterly management accounts for selected clients.


• Prepare statutory accounts for a portfolio of clients


• Manage bookkeeping for a varied client portfolio.


• Quarterly VAT returns


• Support clients using Xero, Sage and Cloud based accounting solutions.

About You

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice is essential


• Strong bookkeeping experience.


• Experience preparing statutory accounts


• Experience reviewing VAT returns and bookkeeping.


• Experience using cloud based technologies


• Excellent organisational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

A proactive, client-focused approach with strong communication skills and the confidence to manage your own portfolio.

We are committed to attracting a diverse pool of applicants and to assist talent to find career opportunities in which they can thrive.