NXTGEN are very excited to be partnering with a highly respected regional Accountancy Practice to recruit an Accounts Assistant into their growing team in Diss. This is an exciting opportunity to join a firm that has built an outstanding reputation across the region for delivering exceptional client service, while creating an environment where people are encouraged to develop, progress, and enjoy their careers.
This firm has continued to grow through its commitment to both its clients and its people. You'll be joining a business that embraces modern technology, encourages collaboration across departments, and gives employees access to experienced Partners and specialist teams who are always willing to share their knowledge. Despite being one of the region's leading firms, it has retained a friendly, approachable culture where your contribution is recognised, your ideas are valued, and your career is treated as a long term investment.
As an Accounts Assistant, you'll work with a varied portfolio of clients across a wide range of sectors, giving you exposure to different industries, business structures, and accounting challenges. You'll be supported by an experienced team who are committed to helping you develop your technical knowledge, build confidence with clients, and continue progressing your career, whether that's through further study or increased responsibility.
What you'll be doing:
- Preparing year end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
- Supporting bookkeeping activities, including reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records
- Preparing VAT returns and assisting clients with cloud accounting requirements
- Assisting with management accounts and other financial reporting assignments
- Building strong relationships with clients, responding to queries and providing ongoing support
- Working with a range of cloud accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, and CCH
- Collaborating with colleagues across the wider business to deliver an exceptional service to clients
What we're looking for:
- AAT Level 4 qualified
- Previous experience within a UK accountancy practice would be advantageous
- Good working knowledge of cloud accounting software
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- A positive, proactive attitude with a genuine desire to continue learning
- Someone who enjoys building relationships and being part of a supportive team
What's on offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Ongoing study support and structured career development
- Genuine progression opportunities within a growing regional firm
- Exposure to a varied and interesting client portfolio
- Access to experienced mentors and specialist teams across the business
- Modern systems and technology to help you work efficiently
- A supportive, people first culture where collaboration, wellbeing, and development are genuine priorities
- The opportunity to build a long term career with one of the region's most established and well respected accountancy practices
If you're looking for a role where you'll continue learning, gain valuable client exposure, and build your career within a firm that genuinely invests in its people, this is an opportunity well worth exploring.