Rowland Recruitment is pleased to be working with a small, well-established accountancy practice in Chatham to recruit a Part-Qualified Accountant / Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build on their existing experience in practice and continue their professional development in a friendly and supportive team.
The firm offers a varied client base and a hands-on role across bookkeeping, accounts preparation, and tax support. You’ll be working closely with senior staff and clients, gaining exposure to a wide range of responsibilities and continuing to grow your technical skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with the preparation of year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
- Carry out day-to-day bookkeeping and maintain accurate records for clients
- Prepare VAT returns and support clients with Making Tax Digital compliance
- Help with personal and corporation tax returns
- Liaise directly with clients to resolve queries and provide support
- Assist with management accounts and ad hoc reporting
- Support the wider team with administrative and client service tasks
- Continue developing your technical knowledge and accounting software skills
Ideal Candidate:
- AAT qualified or currently studying towards AAT / ACCA / ACA or QBE
- Previous experience in a practice environment
- Confident with bookkeeping and VAT
- Familiar with accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage (training provided if needed)
- Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
- Clear communicator with a proactive and client-focused approach
- Keen to learn and grow within a small, supportive team
What’s On Offer:
- Competitive salary (depending on experience and qualifications)
- Study support for AAT / ACCA / ACA
- Supportive team environment with hands-on training
- Opportunity to grow into a more senior role over time
If you're looking to take the next step in your accountancy career and want to be part of a close-knit team where your contribution is valued, this could be the perfect opportunity.