Accounts Assistant / Semi-Senior Accountant

Location: Ashford, Kent
Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 (DOE) plus benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Agency: Diamond Search Recruitment (Exclusive Role)

Diamond Search Recruitment are exclusively representing a highly respected and forward-thinking accountancy practice based in Ashford. With a diverse client portfolio ranging from individuals and sole traders to SMEs and large limited companies, our client offers comprehensive accountancy services delivered with professionalism, care, and integrity.

They are a values-driven organisation with a strong commitment to corporate social responsibility, community involvement, and a genuinely supportive, friendly culture. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Accounts Assistant or Semi-Senior looking to grow within a caring and ambitious practice.

The Role

As an Accounts Assistant / Semi-Senior Accountant, you will work within a supportive team to deliver high-quality accountancy services to a varied client base. Responsibilities include:

* Preparing year-end accounts and financial statements

* Producing management accounts

* VAT & CIS returns

* Supporting tax compliance and responding to HMRC queries

* Providing excellent client service and maintaining strong relationships

* Working on ad hoc projects as required

Requirements

To be successful, you will need:

* 3 years practice experience (essential)

* AAT qualified

* ACCA PQ / or looking to study ACCA (with study support)

* Strong experience with Xero

* Excellent Excel skills, including formulas

* Strong technical knowledge across accounts preparation, VAT and tax

* High attention to detail and strong analytical ability

* Confident communication skills and a proactive, positive attitude

What's on Offer

* Salary: £25,000 - £35,000, plus benefits.

* Full ACCA study support

* Opportunity to work with a varied and interesting client base

* Friendly, values-led culture with strong CSR commitment

* Supportive leadership team and excellent long-term career progression

* A caring employer who invests in staff development and wellbeing

Apply Now!

If you have the skills and experience required and you are looking to join a progressive, supportive, and socially responsible accountancy practice, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Diamond Search Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy