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Accounts Assistant

Location: Norwich

Hours: Full time however we will consider flexible working requests

Salary: Competitive

At Larking Gowen, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment to both our employees and clients is at the core of who we are. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where employee wellbeing is paramount, work-life balance is valued, and personal growth is encouraged through tailored training and development opportunities.

An excellent opportunity has arisen to become a valued member of the Business and Private Central and South team.

The successful candidate will assist in the preparation of accounts and tax returns for companies, partnerships and sole traders. They will work closely with senior members of the team, delivering work to a high standard.

To be consider for this role you must have strong core technical skills and a desire to develop these further, in particular understanding of partnership and company accounts, and personal tax.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Part AAT qualified.
• Maths and English Language at GCSE (or equivalent).
• Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service to clients.
• Self-motivated and ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.

• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• A good understanding of the tax issues faced by our clients.
• An understanding of cloud accountancy and QBO or Xero certifications.
• Assisting junior members of the team to develop knowledge and technical abilities.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to apply to study the AAT qualification once passed the probation period.

Our benefits:

• Holiday 24 days plus bank holidays
• Life Assurance
• Pension 5% employee, 3% employer rising with length of service
• 10 days paid sickness
• Professional subscriptions
• Group Income Protection
• Annual salary review
• Option to purchase PMI

Plus many more!

We will consider full and part time working arrangements and offer flexible working options.

At Larking Gowen, our people get the very best career opportunities in accountancy and business advice. Whether you're just starting out and you’re looking for an Apprenticeship or Graduate opportunity or you've been working in the business for some time, we'll make sure you get all the support you need to take you to the next step in your career and beyond.

We pride ourselves on being a friendly business that looks after our people and is active in the community. As soon as you join us, you'll be working hands-on, and starting to build your own professional relationships.

Larking Gowen has been around for more than 130 years. We have gone from strength to strength and have built our reputation for loyalty and reliability. We're also forward looking, keeping abreast of change in a fast-moving environment.