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Part-Time Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper

Valley Accountancy, Whitley Bay
£25,000–£27,000 full-time equivalent, pro rata (£13.75 - £14.85)
Approximately 14–21 hours per week — hours to suit

We’re looking for a friendly and organised Accounts Assistant or Bookkeeper to join our small, modern accountancy practice in Whitley Bay.

This is a flexible part-time position, and we’re happy to discuss the number of hours and how they are arranged. This could include shorter days or school-friendly hours.

The position is office-based, as working closely together will be an important part of the role. Our office is conveniently located between Whitley Bay and Monkseaton Metro stations, making it accessible from across North Tyneside and Newcastle.

About us

Valley Accountancy is a modern and approachable accountancy practice supporting a varied portfolio of small businesses and individuals.

We combine high professional standards with a friendly, down-to-earth culture. Our working environment is collaborative and relaxed, without the unnecessary formality sometimes associated with traditional accountancy practices.

We use modern cloud-based systems, communicate clearly and provide practical support to our clients. We want our team to feel comfortable contributing ideas, asking questions and developing their skills.

The role

The position will be shaped partly around your experience, but is likely to include:

• Bookkeeping using Xero and other cloud-based software
• Bank and control-account reconciliations
• Preparing routine VAT returns
• Assisting with payroll
• Requesting information from clients and dealing with routine queries
• Keeping client records and internal workflows up to date
• Supporting the preparation of accounts to trial balance where appropriate

The role will initially be approximately 14–21 hours per week. There will be a genuine opportunity to increase your hours in the near future if desired, alongside progression into broader accounts work and additional responsibility.

About you

Some previous bookkeeping or accountancy experience would be helpful, ideally within an accountancy practice, but we’re open-minded about qualifications and career background.

You might be an experienced bookkeeper, an AAT student or someone with practical accounts experience looking for a friendly and flexible part-time position.

We’re principally looking for someone who is:

• Comfortable using accounting software
• Accurate and well organised
• Friendly and confident when communicating with clients
• Able to manage routine work independently
• Happy working as part of a small team
• Willing to ask questions and continue learning

Experience with Xero, VAT or payroll would be useful, but you don’t need to know everything from day one.

What we offer

• Salary of £25,000–£27,000 FTE, pro rata, depending on experience
• Approximately 14–21 hours per week, with flexibility over working days and times
• The opportunity for additional hours in the near future
• Genuine progression and development opportunities
• 24 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rata
• Workplace pension
• A friendly, supportive and informal working environment
• Modern systems and varied client work

This is an office-based position rather than a remote or hybrid role.

To apply, please send us your CV together with a short note telling us a little about your experience and the days and hours that would suit you.

Pay: £25,000.00-£27,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company pension

Work Location: In person