Bookkeeper – Accounts Assistant

Alexander Lloyd are supporting a well established business in Horsham on a permanent basis for an experienced Bookkeeper – Accounts Assistant to join a growing accountancy team. This is a varied role working with a diverse portfolio of clients, providing an excellent opportunity for career development within a supportive professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare statutory accounts for companies, sole traders, and partnerships

Submit corporation tax returns

Perform bookkeeping using cloud-based software such as Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage

Liaise with clients to resolve queries and gather required information

Ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with deadlines

Skills and Experience

Minimum of 1 years’ experience in an accountancy practice

Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting and tax regulations

Experience preparing statutory accounts and corporation tax returns

Practical experience with Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage preferred

Excellent organisational, time-management, and communication skills

Attention to detail and professionalism when dealing with clients

Benefits

Competitive salary of £30,000 – £40,000 (dependent on experience)

Hybrid working with flexible arrangements

Support for professional development and study (ACA/ACCA/AAT support available)

Exposure to a varied role and opportunities for career progression

Friendly and collaborative team environment

This is only one of many vacancies we are handling. Alexander Lloyd is the leading recruiter across a range of roles within the Finance and Accountancy space. From part to fully qualified accountants within Financial Reporting, Management Accounts, FP&A, commercial finance up to Director level throughout Surrey, Sussex, London & Kent.

Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website www.alexanderlloyd.co.uk for any other roles which may be of interest.