Practice - Assistant Accountant

Location Northallerton
Discipline: Accounting
Contact name: Carly Dunn

Contact email: carly@supreme-ss.com
Job ref: 5024

Assistant Accountant

Location: 
Northallerton, DL6
Hours: Full time
Salary: Dependant on experience

About the Practice
A dynamic local branch of a national accountancy network specialising in supporting small business owners. The office prides itself on offering clear, jargon-free advice in areas such as bookkeeping, tax, VAT, and payroll. They emphasise fixed-fee, client-focused service and teamwork in a friendly environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with bookkeeping and maintaining accurate ledgers for small business clients
  • Prepare VAT returns and support quarterly management accounts
  • Process payroll and prepare payroll reports
  • Assist with year-end statutory accounts and tax filing preparation
  • Liaise directly with clients, responding to queries via phone, video, or in-office appointments
  • Support the adoption and use of cloud software tools like Xero, QuickBooks, Dext, and others
  • Contribute to team projects, process improvements, and client support initiatives

About You

  • AAT qualified or part-qualified (or equivalent)
  • Practice experience preferred; confident with Sage, Xero, or QuickBooks
  • Competent user of Excel and other financial software
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
  • Clear communicator who thrives in client interactions and team settings
  • Driven to learn, with a proactive and adaptable approach

Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Full study support and structured career progression
  • Modern, collaborative office with in-person and video consultations
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Professional development with exposure to tax, bookkeeping, payroll, and client advisory
  • Friendly, supportive team where contributions are recognised


For more information please contact the below recruiter:


Liam Daly 
Lead Associate Recruitment Consultant

T: 07548 836700
E: liam@supreme-ss.com