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Trainee Accounts Assistant
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- £25,000 - £28,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Accounting
- Referral programme
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- Financial services
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- Full-time
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Trainee Accounts Assistant

Pocknells
Southend-on-Sea

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£25,000 - £28,000 a year
4 days ago

Benefits

Company pension
Company events
Referral programme

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Accounting software
Microsoft Office
Xero
Administrative experience
Accounting
QuickBooks
IT
Financial services
Bookkeeping
Communication skills
Tax experience
AAT
Office experience

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Trainee Accounts Assistant

Southend-on-Sea

Full-Time, Permanent
Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
£25,000 – £28,000 per annum (depending on experience)

About Us

At Pocknells, we believe that accountancy should be engaging and accessible. Based in Essex, we are a well-established firm of Chartered Accountants, delivering expert financial services with a personal touch. We’re more than just numbers, we work closely with our clients to help them grow and succeed in their businesses. We're passionate about innovation and making financial management approachable for everyone.

We have an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in accountancy to join our team based in Southend. The role offers exposure to a wide range of accounting, bookkeeping, and tax work while providing valuable experience working directly with clients and supporting the wider team.

Ideally already have some practice experience, we are also looking for someone with a positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.

Key Responsibilities

Assisting with the preparation of accounts for a variety of clients
Processing bookkeeping records and maintaining accurate financial information
Preparing and submitting VAT returns
Supporting the preparation of management information and financial reports
Liaising with clients to obtain information and resolve queries
Assisting with administrative tasks to support the smooth running of the practice
Managing and organising digital client records and documentation
Handling incoming telephone calls, emails, and correspondence professionally.
Acting as the first point of contact for the practice by welcoming clients and visitors and managing the reception area in a professional and friendly manner
Supporting the team with ad hoc accounting and administrative projects
Developing knowledge of accounting, tax, and compliance requirements

What We're Looking For

Experience in an office administration environment
Full UK driving licence
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good attention to detail and accuracy
Organised and able to manage multiple tasks effectively
Positive, professional, and reliable approach to work
Good IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
A genuine interest in developing a career within accountancy

Desirable

Previous experience within an accountancy practice or finance role
Experience using accounting software such as Xero, TaxCalc, QuickBooks, or similar
AAT studies

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience
25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
Exposure to a wide range of clients and industries
Supportive and collaborative team environment
On-the-job training in accounting, bookkeeping, VAT, and tax compliance

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Referral programme

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £25,000.00-£28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Referral programme

Work Location: In person

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