Accounts Assistant

East Sussex Accounting May 14, 2026
East Sussex
Permanent / Full Time
Accounting
May 14, 2026

About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a highly sociable and growing accountancy practice with a supportive and approachable leadership team.

This Accounts Assistant position offers the chance to become part of a friendly, close-knit team where development, flexibility, and work-life balance are genuinely valued. 

The successful candidate will be joining a modern practice environment with hybrid working available after probation and excellent long-term career prospects.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Preparing accounts for a varied portfolio of clients
  • Supporting with bookkeeping duties
  • Liaising confidently with clients over the phone and by email
  • Reporting directly to an experienced Manager
  • Managing workloads effectively to meet deadlines
  • Building strong client relationships

What we are looking for
The ideal Accounts Assistant will:

  • Have previous accounts preparation experience within practice
  • Be confident hitting the ground running
  • Have excellent communication and client-facing skills
  • Possess at least 1 year’s relevant experience
  • Be organised, proactive, and team-focused
  • Enjoy working within a collaborative and friendly office culture

Desirable:

  • 3+ years’ practice experience
  • Experience managing multiple client accounts
  • ACA/ACCA studies or qualified by experience

What’s in it for you

  • Competitive salary depending on experience 
  • Hybrid working after probation
  • Flexible working hours – Core hours of 9:30am – 4:30pm
  • 24 days holiday plus birthday off
  • Friendly and sociable team culture
  • Modern offices close to the station
  • Genuine career progression opportunities

About the company

This established and growing accountancy practice has a reputation for providing a supportive and positive working environment. With a young and sociable team, employees enjoy a collaborative culture where hard work is recognised and development is encouraged.

If you are working in Practice and looking for a fresh challenge within a supportive and flexible environment, apply today.

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  • Permanent / Full Time
  • East Sussex
  • 31000 PerAnnum USD / Year
  • Salary: 31000 PerAnnum
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