Accounts Assistant

Morpeth

£30,000 - £35,000

Permanent

A long-established, family-run accountancy practice in Morpeth is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their friendly and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a close-knit environment and wants to play a key role in delivering high-quality service to a varied client base.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth and internal team changes, the firm is looking for a capable Accounts Assistant who can confidently support across accounts, VAT, bookkeeping, and payroll. You’ll work closely with the Accounts Manager and business owner, contributing to a smooth and efficient service for clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing statutory accounts for a range of clients
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Assisting with bookkeeping tasks
• Supporting payroll processing
• Using a variety of accounting systems (including Sage, Xero, Excel, TaxCalc, BrightPay)
• Communicating with clients to gather information and resolve queries
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to meet deadlines and maintain accuracy

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• At least 5 years’ experience within an accountancy practice
• Strong knowledge of accounts preparation, VAT, and bookkeeping
• AAT Level 4 qualification with relevant post-qualification experience
• Confidence in communicating with clients and colleagues
• The ability to manage your workload and meet deadlines consistently

Culture & Fit

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Enjoys being part of a small, supportive team
• Values steady, high-quality work over a high-pressure corporate environment
• Takes pride in delivering excellent client service
• Works collaboratively and communicates well

What’s on Offer

• Salary between £30k–£36k, depending on experience
• Performance-related bonuses
• Flexible working hours
• A friendly, down-to-earth working environment