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Accounts Assistant / Trainee Accountant (AAT Level 4 Qualified)
Cambridge (Hybrid)
£26,000 - £35,000

A long-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice is seeking an AAT Level 4 qualified Accounts Assistant or Trainee Accountant to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their accounting career to gain practical experience in a supportive and technically strong environment.

You'll be part of a small, low-turnover team working with a broad portfolio of clients, from sole traders to owner-managed businesses. The firm prides itself on combining personalised client service with the use of modern systems, including Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage.

Role Responsibilities

Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.Assist with VAT returns, bookkeeping and basic tax compliance.Work with cloud-based accounting platforms (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage).Liaise with clients and respond to day-to-day queries.Support more senior team members and participate in internal projects.

Personal Requirements

AAT Level 4 qualified (essential).Previous practice experience is an advantage, but not essential.Familiarity with cloud-based accounting software.Strong attention to detail and a positive, can-do attitude.Confident communicator with good written and verbal skills.Eager to learn and grow in a client-facing role.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience.Hybrid working available.Pension, death in service, income protection.Free parking and good public transport links.Training and development opportunities (e.g. toward ACA/ACCA).

If you're ready to take the next step in your accounting career and join a people-focused firm that supports your growth, apply today to be considered.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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Accounts Assistant / Accounts Semi-Senior
Wolverhampton
£30,000 - £35,000

Butler Rose Practice is pleased to be working with a well-established firm of Chartered Accountants located in Wolverhampton City Centre. This respected firm supports a diverse portfolio of SME clients, sole traders, and partnerships, and due to continued growth, they are looking to welcome an Accounts Assistant or Accounts Semi-Senior to their team.

This is a hands-on opportunity that offers exposure to a broad range of responsibilities. You will work closely with senior staff and clients while also playing a key role in mentoring junior team members and supporting the firm's collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and SME clientsAssist with the production of management accountsOversee bookkeeping tasks and VAT return submissionsMaintain regular client communication, offering day-to-day accounting supportMentor and support junior team membersEnsure compliance with deadlines and regulatory standardsContribute to the continuous improvement of internal processes and team efficiencyCandidate ProfileAAT Level 3 (or higher), ACA/ACCA part-qualified, or equivalent experienceMinimum of 2 years' experience in a general practice accountancy firmSound knowledge of bookkeeping, VAT, and accounts preparationWell-organised with strong time management and attention to detailProactive, professional, and confident in client-facing scenariosAble to work independently and collaboratively within a teamExperience using Xero and Sage (desktop and cloud-based)Familiarity with standard tax processes and softwareKeen to support and share knowledge with junior colleaguesStrong verbal and written communication skillsBenefitsSupportive and flexible working cultureExposure to a broad range of accounting services and client sectorsStudy support and ongoing professional developmentGenuine career progression opportunities in a growing practiceModern, well-serviced city centre office location

If you are now considering a move to a more progressive role and supportive firm, and would be interested in joining a well establish brand based out of modern and well serviced offices, please do not hesitate in applying now for this immediately available opportunity.

This role is advertised by Casey Roberts-Baxter, Butler Rose (AGY) [email protected]

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Temporary Accounts Payable Assistant
Location: Plymouth
Salary: Competitive hourly rate, based on experience
Duration: 3 months minimum

Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for your next opportunity? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy making a tangible difference? Butler Rose is delighted to be working with a dynamic organisation that requires immediate support in clearing a backlog of invoices. This is a fantastic temporary role for someone who is detail-oriented, highly organised, and ready to hit the ground running.

The Role:

As an Accounts Payable Assistant, your primary focus will be on addressing a substantial backlog of invoices. This is a critical assignment that requires efficiency, accuracy, and the ability to work collaboratively within a busy finance team. Key responsibilities include:

Processing a high volume of invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.Liaising with suppliers and internal departments to address queries and ensure payments are made promptly.Supporting the finance team with ad hoc tasks related to the Accounts Payable function.

The Candidate:

We are seeking a candidate who possesses:

Proven experience in an Accounts Payable role, ideally with exposure to handling backlogs.Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.A proactive attitude, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently.

What's in It for You?

A chance to join a supportive and collaborative team environment.The opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping to streamline the Accounts Payable function.Competitive hourly pay and flexibility to suit your availability.

If you're available immediately and ready to take on a rewarding challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with a copy of your CV, or contact Matt Jones at Butler Rose on [email protected] for more details.

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Accounts and Tax Assistant
Cambridge
Salary £26,000 - £32,000 (Depending on experience) + Study Support

A friendly and forward-thinking accountancy practice based in Cambridge is seeking an Accounts & Tax Assistant to join their growing team. This role offers a broad and varied workload, ideal for someone looking to deepen their experience across accounts preparation, corporation and personal tax, and VAT, with the opportunity to get involved in tax disclosure and practice operations.

Role Responsibilities

Prepare statutory accounts for micro-entities, primarily using Xero.Prepare corporation and personal tax returns for a wide range of clients.Submit VAT returns and liaise with clients to ensure accurate submissions.Assist with personal tax returns.Opportunity to learn payroll processing and support a small in-house payroll function (10-15 clients).Support the migration of the practice management system to Xero, helping to onboard existing clients to the new system.

Personal Requirements

AAT qualified or studying ACA/ACCA/ATT.At least 2 years' experience in an accountancy practice.Confident working with cloud software such as Xero knowledge of TaxCalc or similar desirable.Keen to learn and take on new responsibilities across tax and practice systems.Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.A good communicator who enjoys working in a team.

Benefits

Opportunity to get hands-on experience across tax, accounts, and practice management.Involvement in a high-profile HMRC disclosure case, ideal for developing tax expertise.Support for further professional training (e.g. ATT, ACCA).Friendly, supportive work environment with a collaborative culture.Flexible working considered for the right candidate.

If you're looking to build a long-term career in a progressive accountancy practice with exposure to a wide range of work, apply today to have your CV considered.

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Are you looking to grow your career in finance and expand your skills across a wider range of accounts responsibilities? Do you have some experience in Accounts Payable (AP) and a desire to learn more? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Accounts Assistant to join friendly finance team based in Witney. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with knowledge of transactional finance, especially in AP, to broaden their knowledge and experience in a supportive and collaborative environment.

This permanent position will offer study support (after probation period) and hybrid working of 2-3 days in-office.

You will play a key role in the day-to-day transactional finance operations, supporting a variety of ledgers including:

* Sales, Purchase, Payroll, Cash & Bank, and Expenses ledgers.
* Ensuring all transactions are processed accurately and on time, and that financial records are maintained in line with company policies and procedures.
* Issuing sales invoices and related reports, helping our customers, suppliers, and employees clearly understand their financial standing.
* Providing excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.
* Verifying appropriate authorisation for payments and ensuring costs are correctly incurred.
* Responding to queries related to the ledgers, payroll, or expense processes.
* Maintaining accurate records of financial standing data, including authorised personnel, payment mandates, and employee information.
* Identifying opportunities to improve processes and increase team efficiency.
* Supporting other team members and covering duties when required.

About You
* You have some experience in an Accounts Payable or other transactional experience
* You're keen to learn and grow, with a genuine interest in developing your accounting knowledge.
* You're organised, detail-oriented and confident working with numbers.
* You enjoy solving problems and working collaboratively in a team.
* You're comfortable using finance systems and MS Excel.

What you get in return..
* A chance to develop your finance career with hands-on experience across multiple areas.
* Supportive, friendly team environment with mentoring from experienced professionals.
* Hybrid working model (typically 2-3 days in the Witney office, remainder remote).
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.

If you are interested please apply today interviews will be held beginging of June.

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Accounts Assistant

Permanent, part time

FTE salary up to £28,000 (DOE)

We're exclusively recruiting for a part-time Accounts Assistant on behalf of a well-established company located within commutable distance from Taunton, Bampton, Wellington & Watchet. This is a part-time, office-based role to begin with the potential for hybrid working once settled in the role.

Key Responsibilities in this Accounts Assistant role:

Process purchase ledger, expenses, and credit cardsReconcile bank accounts and prepare weekly reportsLiaise with suppliers and internal job managersMonitor and manage accounts emails across companies

To be considered, you will:

Have relevant experience as either an Accounts/Finance Assistant, AP or Purchase Ledger ClerkBe proficient in Excel and confident working autonomously.Have strong communication skills and the ability to interact with other departments

In exchange for this part-time Accounts Assistant role, you will be joining a company that prides itself on a supportive, collaborative culture, with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and employee well-being. Regular team outings, fully stocked fridges and outdoor break areas reflect their commitment to creating an enjoyable and engaging workplace.

In addition, they offer a salary sacrifice option on their company pension scheme, private medical insurance and free on-site parking. The working hours for this role are up to 20 per week ideally split over 4-5 mornings.

If you are interested in this part-time Accounts Assistant role, please contact Stefanie at Butler Rose on 07909 264 944 or apply with a full and relevant CV.

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Job Opportunity: Finance Operations Specialist (EMEA Focus)
Location: Hybrid / Office-Based (UK)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

6 months Fixed Term Contract due to company growth - newly created role

Salary up to £35,000

2 days office and 3 days remote

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with a strong grasp of operational processes across logistics and inventory? We're looking for a proactive individual to join our finance team and contribute to a broad range of financial and operational activities across the EMEA region.

Key Responsibilities:

Review and process transport and customs-related invoices accurately and in a timely manner

Reconcile logistics partner statements monthly to ensure complete and accurate financial records

Maintain structured records of regional freight costs and associated charges

Assist with the monthly allocation of freight expenses to the profit and loss statement

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support and refine inventory control processes, including:

Inventory reconciliations

Stock valuation reporting

Movement tracking and journal entries

Investigation and resolution of data discrepancies

Bill of Materials verification and approvals

Provide support across core financial operations, including purchase ledger and general ledger tasks

Carry out additional duties as required by senior finance leadership

About You:

Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment

Demonstrates sound judgement and strong decision-making capabilities

Excellent communication skills - written and verbal

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines

Proficient in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with D365 or a comparable ERP system is highly advantageous

Enthusiastic about driving process improvement and supporting change across the organisation

This role is ideal for someone with a blend of transactional finance experience and a practical understanding of supply chain and stock-related processes. If you're looking for a role with variety and opportunities to make a tangible impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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Butler Rose is working in partnership with a highly respected firm of Chartered Accountants in North Bedfordshire to recruit an Audit & Accounts Assistant Manager.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified ACA or ACCA accountant with strong audit and accounts experience to take the next step in their career. Reporting to the Partner, you'll manage a portfolio of clients while supporting and developing a growing team.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing a varied client portfolio, ensuring timely delivery of financial statements and tax returnsPreparing year-end accounts for limited companies, sole traders, partnerships, and charitiesLeading audits from planning through to Partner sign-off, reviewing work and advising clients on internal controlsReviewing and supporting junior staff, allocating work and monitoring performanceAssisting with complex VAT, tax returns, and tax planning tasksDeveloping client relationships and attending meetings to provide expert guidance

About you:

ACA or ACCA qualifiedExperienced in general practice, with a strong focus on both audit and accountsExcellent communication and organisational skillsAble to manage your own workload and lead a team effectivelyStrong IT skills and attention to detailWillingness to travel to client sites when needed

This is a brilliant chance to join a friendly and forward-thinking firm where your contribution will be truly valued.

If you're looking for a fresh challenge in a supportive and professional environment - we'd love to hear from you. Please contact Victoria Newing on 07384237958 or send your CV to v . newing @ butlerrose . com

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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Accounts Assistant - Honiton

up to £27,000 - Permanent

We are looking for a detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join a close-knit finance team. You will support the Senior Finance Assistant in preparing year-end accounts, maintaining multi-currency cashflows, and handling customer and supplier accounts.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in year-end accounts preparationManage multi-currency cashflows, payments, and reconciliationsLiaise with customers, suppliers, and internal teamsArrange and oversee multi-currency bank paymentsMaintain and reconcile financial spreadsheetsAssist on the purchase and sales ledger transactions

Key Skills & Attributes:

AAT 3 qualified or equivalent experience in a finance related role.Detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to meeting deadlinesExcellent communication and teamwork skillsProficiency in Excel is essential

If you have a positive attitude and a drive to get the job done, we'd love to hear from you! There is an excellent array of benefits on offer, hybrid working and a great team atmosphere.

For more information please contact Debbie Wicks at Butler Rose Finance Recruitment on [email protected].

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