Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper

Salary circa £28-30k FTE dependent on skills and experience

Wetherby, LS22 (free parking) - office-based

Full/Part time hours considered, Permanent, 4-5 days per week

About us

Moulds Accountants is a trusted accountancy and business advisory firm in Wetherby, supporting businesses since 1997. We provide expert advice for clients looking for accounts, bookkeeping, tax, payroll, and financial guidance to help clients improve cash flow and profitability.

About the role

We are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join our friendly and growing team. The role combines bookkeeping, some payroll, and accounts support with client interaction and practice administration. You will work closely with clients and colleagues to ensure accurate financial records and excellent client service.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with bookkeeping and/or payroll experience who is looking to develop their career in a supportive practice environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records for a portfolio of clients
• Processing purchase and sales invoices, reconciliations, and journals
• Supporting payroll workflows and handling client payroll queries
• Assisting the accounts team by preparing information needed for year-end accounts and tax returns
• Monitoring filing deadlines and ensuring accounts are filed on time
• Liaising with clients to obtain financial information, chasing missing details where required
• Dealing with client queries via phone, email, and in person
• Helping maintain internal trackers and workflows to support smooth practice operations

About you

• Bookkeeping and payroll experience is essential
• Studying towards AAT qualification (or qualified) preferred
• Use of cloud software including Xero and / or QuickBooks essential
• Previous experience in an accounts support role (practice or industry)
• Organised, proactive, and able to work to deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail with strong numeracy skills
• Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills
• Proficient in Outlook, Excel, Word, and accounting software

What we offer

• Competitive salary circa £28-30k FTE depending on experience
• Flexibility with 4–5 days per week, full or part time considered
• Private healthcare benefits
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Free parking at our Wetherby office

If you are looking to use your bookkeeping and accounts skills in a varied, client-facing role, we’d love to hear from you.

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