AAT Level 4 Accountant
Location: Ripley, Derbyshire
Salary: Competitive Salary
Hours: Fulltime
Role Purpose
To provide accurate accounting support across a portfolio of clients, ensuring timely preparation of accounts, strong financial controls, and highquality service delivery. The role suits someone confident with AAT Level 4 standards, able to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
Key Responsibilities as the new AAT Level 4 Accountant
Accounts preparation - Prepare year end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
Bookkeeping - Maintain accurate ledgers, journals and reconciliations.
VAT returns - Complete and submit VAT returns in line with HMRC requirements.
Management accounts - Assist with monthly/quarterly management accounts and reporting.
Client communication - Respond to client queries promptly and professionally.
Compliance - Ensure work meets AAT standards, internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
Software use - Use accounting systems such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks or similar.
Financial analysis - Support with variance analysis, budgeting and forecasting.
Process accuracy - Maintain high levels of accuracy and attention to detail across all tasks.
Team support - Assist colleagues, share knowledge and contribute to continuous improvement.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
AAT Level 4 qualified (or equivalent experience)
Strong understanding of accounting principles
Good knowledge of VAT, bookkeeping and financial reporting
Ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple tasks
High accuracy and attention to detail
Good communication and clientfacing skills
Experience with accounting software (Xero/Sage/QuickBooks)
Strong organisational skills
Positive, flexible attitude
To apply please contact Chloe or send CV
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