Accounts Assistant / Semi-Senior

Salary – £26,000–£32,000 (DOE)

Workplace Type – Hybrid (3 days in office after probation)

Employment Type – Permanent | Full Time

Location – Ely, Cambridgeshire

Role Summary

We are working with a reputable and forward-thinking accountancy practice seeking a motivated Accounts Assistant / Semi Senior to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop strong technical accounting skills, gain hands-on experience across a variety of client work, and progress through their AAT qualification with full support.

The role offers significant exposure to statutory accounts preparation, personal and corporation tax, bookkeeping, payroll/CIS, and working with farming & estates clients alongside a broader general practice portfolio. You will also develop confidence using key systems including Karbon, Xero, Digita and common bookkeeping apps.

Key Responsibilities

·        Prepare sole trader, complex partnership, and limited company accounts

·        Produce accurate trial balances, lead schedules, backing documents and executive summaries.

·        Use Digita Accounts Preparation to generate accounts and draft tax computations.

·        Extract financial information and reports from client records.

·        Build in-depth knowledge of Xero and commonly used bookkeeping/VAT applications.

·        Gain further experience in Payroll and CIS, including common technical issues.

·        Input figures into Digita Personal Tax and Corporation Tax for simple clients ahead of manager review.

·        Manage Companies House and HMRC filing responsibilities for your assigned clients.

Benefits

·        Hybrid working after probation (3 days in office)

·        Full study support

·        Exposure to a specialist portfolio including farmers, estates, and general practice clients

·        Supportive team environment focused on development and progression

·        Modern cloud-based systems and structured training

·        23 days annual leave + bank holidays.

·        Free on-site parking

·        Flexitime with core hours between 10am and 4pm.

Desirable Experience

·        AAT qualified or studying or planning to study or studying ACCA

·        Some experience preparing accounts within a UK accountancy practice

·        Familiarity with Xero, Digita, or similar systems

·        Strong organisational skills and willingness to learn

·        Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Apply Today

If you’re an ambitious Accounts Assistant / Semi Senior looking to build your technical expertise in a supportive and forward-thinking practice, please apply directly or contact Harry Watson at AJ Chambers for more information.