Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper – Harrogate | £25,000 - £32,000
Join a well-established accounting practice in Harrogate and advance your bookkeeping career!
Salary: £25,000 - £32,000
Location: Harrogate
Hours: Full-time
A long-standing accounting practice in Harrogate, supporting Yorkshire businesses for over 50 years, is seeking an Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper to join their team. This role offers hands-on experience with client bookkeeping, VAT, and CIS returns, while providing opportunities to support and develop your accounting skills.
Key Benefits
Competitive salary: £25,000 - £32,000
Work with a broad range of clients across multiple industries
Supportive, team-oriented environment
Exposure to multiple accounting software systems (Sage 50, QuickBooks, Xero, Dext, IRIS)
Opportunities for professional development within a well-established practice
Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper Responsibilities
Process all aspects of bookkeeping for clients, including journals and reconciliations
Prepare and submit VAT returns
Prepare and submit CIS returns
Liaise professionally with clients, providing support and guidance
Control workflow for bookkeeping and VAT returns, ensuring all deadlines are met
Assist the accounts team with trial balances, balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and other ad-hoc work
Support clients with accounts software, both remotely and in person
Collaborate with team members and keep managers informed of progress
Candidate Requirements
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a practice environment
Experience with bookkeeping, VAT, and CIS returns
Proficient in Sage 50, QuickBooks, Xero, Dext, IRIS, MS Word, Excel, Outlook
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Professional, client-focused approach and excellent communication skills
Team player with the ability to manage workload effectively
How to Apply
For more information or to apply for this Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper position in Harrogate, please contact:
Liam Daly
Lead Talent Partner
T: 07548 836700
E: liam@supreme-ss.com