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Last updated 5 November 2025
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A Junior Accountant, or Assistant Accountant, provides support to the accounting department by handling general accounting tasks on a daily basis. Their primary duties include preparing financial statements, issuing receipts and invoices and updating the financial database.

Junior Accountant duties and responsibilities

A Junior Accountant performs a wide range of basic accounting tasks. Some of their day-to-day duties and responsibilities include:

  • Recording all financial transactions daily
  • Issuing payment invoices and receipts to clients
  • Preparing and submitting periodic financial reports to management
  • Performing account reconciliations
  • Processing income statements, balance sheets and other management account reports, under the supervision of the Senior Accountant
  • Reviewing expenditures of the company such as payroll and petty cash expenses
  • Assisting with asset audits, as necessary
  • Assisting with other accounting tasks, as assigned by a supervisor

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Junior Accountant Job Description Examples:

Example 1

Trainee Accountant

Up to £15K DOE

Puro Accountancy have partnered up with a fresh, forward thinking accountancy practice based in Ely. They are looking for a Trainee Accountant to join the team. This is due to growth and expansion; they are a medium sized practice that aim to keep expanding.

They are looking for someone who is keen to start their accountancy career or continue to grow it. If you are an A Level School leaver with great Mathematic GCSES/A-Levels then we would like to hear from you!

This role is only open to people who are due to leave school this year or have left last year.

Benefits

- Great salaries!

- Great work environment

- Career progression for the right individuals

- Study support

The role

- Bookkeeping duties such as bank, sales and purchase ledger reconciliations

- Liaising directly with HMRC on behalf of clients

- Preparing VAT and Tax returns

- Liaising with clients and answering any queries

- General admin duties

You will need

- Good GCSE and A-Levels

- Wanting to start a career in accountancy

- A can-do attitude

- Be confident working with a team and independently as well

If this sounds like something of interest to you then please get in touch with Jade on 01904 571760 to discuss the role further or click APPLY.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £15,000.00 per year

Schedule:
  • 8 hour to Friday

Example 2

Job Description:

You will be part of the Accounts and Administration team. It is an exciting time to join as we introduce new IT systems and improve our processes. Your responsibilities will cover;
  • Helping to prepare the monthly management accounts, including commentary
  • Margin Analysis
  • Balance sheet reconciliations
  • Helping with VAT Returns
  • Drafting internal and external monthly reports
  • Working with the team to implement process improvement
  • Adhoc finance duties such as payroll to assist the Finance Director and wider Accounts and Administration team
  • Purchasing support

Required Skills:
  • Accounting qualification
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and inter-personal skills
  • Comfortable using IT systems
  • Strong Excel and computer skills, Excel, pivot charts, v-lookups, Graph population (stock specialist systems would be advantageous)
  • Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Desired Skills:
  • Existing accountancy work experience an advantage, especially if in an SME

Existing Qualifications (Edu/Certs/Driving):
  • A good degree or equivalent qualification is desirable but not essential.

Qualified in a recognized Accountancy Qualification (AAT minimum or ACA, CIMA, ACCA)

Job Types: Full-time, Graduate

Benefits:
  • Additional leave
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • On-site parking
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Hygiene, distancing and testing measures are in ID: ADJA/0622/02

Example 3

Accountant (Practice) – Preston

£18k - £25k – depending on experience (Study support + bonus included)

We are seeking an experienced accountant who has previously worked within an accountancy practice.

Past experience should include accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships & Ltd companies, preparation of income tax returns, partnership tax returns, VAT returns, corporation tax returns and payroll.

The role will entail accounting and taxation work for a portfolio of clients working on various software packages, excel & client paper records. There will also be other ad hoc duties , which may include some bookkeeping, VAT and depending on the candidate. Applicants wanting both part time and full time work will be considered.

You will be exposed to all aspect of Accountancy practice from account preparation, tax returns, VAT returns all the way through to preparing final accounts.

We also provide an exceptional study package including paid study leave and paid exam days. We will support your journey to qualification in either AAT or ACCA.

The Person
  • Desire to train and qualify
  • 1 - 2 years experience within an accountancy practice
  • Xero – QuickBooks experience
  • Bookkeeping experience
  • Prepare accounts & VAT Returns
  • Payroll

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £18,000.00-£25,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • On-site parking
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus scheme
  • Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Preston, PR2 9LF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:
  • GCSE or equivalent 1 year (preferred)

Example 4

Job Description:

· Key Responsibilities:

· Completion of year-end accounts

· Preparation of CT600 and corporation tax computations

· Preparation of personal tax returns

· Preparation of VAT returns

· Liaising with HMRC on behalf of clients

· Respond to client enquiries in line with the firm's policies (including answering calls)

· Undertake other duties as requested by management within the scope of the role

Essential Requirements:

· Very good communication skills

· Ability to work as part of a team

Work Remotely:

· No longer available as an option

Expectations:

· Maintain up to date knowledge of personal tax, company tax and accounting standards

· Dress in accordance to the firm's general guidelines

· Maintain a clean and safe working environment as endorsed by RUS Chartered Accountants

· Outstanding communication skills, both written and spoken

· Strong computer skills (including accurate and fast typing skills

· High levels of attention to detail & accuracy

· Ability to multi-task and work under pressure

· Common sense and initiative

· Excellent organisation skills

Experience & Education:

· Accounts and VAT experience - ideally 1 year in practice (not compulsory)

· GCSE - C (or better) in both Maths & English (or equivalent)

Location:

Hall Green, Birmingham

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Key Points:

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £19,000.00-£22,000.00 per year

Salary offered will depend on ability of candidate

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £19,000.00-£22,000.00 per year

Schedule:
  • Monday to 1 year (required)

Example 5

CTR Group are pioneers in the reuse and recycling industry. We are proud to be represented by a near 250 strong workforce including a fleet of over 100 vans. With a £28 million pound turnover, we are one of the largest and fastest growing recycling companies in the UK. We provide bespoke, full-circle recycling and waste management solutions, to both small and large commercial clients as well as regional, local and national charities. We are looking for an Accounts Manager to join our busy team.

About the role

This is an exciting role within a growing business offering progression to the right candidate. You will be working in the Accounts department, with 3 other team members, reporting directly to the Finance Manager. Ideally, you will have some experience in a finance role from practice or industry, along with good communication skills and a flexible ‘can do’ attitude. Study support will be available to the right candidate as part of your professional development.

What will you be doing?

· Assisting the Accountancy team with a variety of day-to-day tasks

· Working with Sage 50 Cloud & our own bespoke system

· Establishing strong financial controls

. Developing & improving existing systems

· Working to report timetables

· Checking the accuracy of financial entries

Essential Skills/Qualifications

· working towards a recognised Financial qualification or qualified by experience

· Proficiency using Microsoft Office, Outlook and accounting systems including Sage 50 Cloud

· A strong personality with a positive and confident communication style, with particular emphasis on telephone manner, allowing you to effectively deal with a wide range of inquiries from internal and external stakeholders

· Excellent attention to detail and experience in managing a busy workload, working to tight deadlines and meeting your objectives successfully

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £20,000.00-£23,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Discounted or free food
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No Location: One location

Example 6

Easton Bevins Block Management are offering an excellent position for a Junior Accountant in our South Bristol office; this is an office based role. There will also be some admin duties required.

This full time position will suit someone studying AAT or similar who wishes to gain valuable and hands-on experience.

About us:

Easton Bevins Block Management are experienced in looking after apartment blocks with multiple tenants on behalf of residential management companies, commercial freeholders, Right to Manage companies and Resident's Associations. We offer a personal service, providing a dedicated Block Manager to look after the day to day management of properties together with administrative and accountancy support.

Brief Job Description and Responsibilities (training will be given) -

- Purchase ledger, entering of invoices onto the system for approval, assisting with payment runs

- Sales ledger, entering receipts and assisting with invoicing and credit control

- Bank reconciliations

- Financial reporting

- Admin tasks, filing, scanning, mail merges, etc when required

- Assisting in the preparation of accounts and budgets

- Assisting tenants with queries via telephone and email

- Other general tasks that may be required to assist the Block management team

Requirements

- Adequate Microsoft Office and general computer knowledge essential

- AAT Level 2 minimum (currently studying acceptable) or relevant work experience

Salary: £13.00-£14.00 per hour

Full time, 9AM – 5PM. Please note, this is an office based role

Easton Bevins is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different cultural perspectives available in a multi-ethnic and diverse society, and where people feel they are respected and valued, and can achieve their potential regardless of race, colour, nationality, national or ethnic origins, sexual orientation, gender, disability or age.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.00-£14.00 per hour

Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company pension
  • On-site parking
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday



Application question(s):
  • Please list 2-3 dates and time ranges when you could come for an Location: In person

Example 7

Position: Junior Accountant

Location: Bootle, Liverpool

Type: Permanent, onsite

Shift Hours: 8:30am to 5:00pm

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday

Salary : £23,000

Summary of the position

Do you view yourself as numerical and have a keen eye for detail. Are you self-motivated, have a knowledge of accounting software and a proficient working knowledge of Microsoft packages specifically Excel.

If this is you then please read on.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Junior Accountant to join our team based in Bootle.

Please note candidates must be UK resident ideally with in a daily commutable distance with the right to work in place, (company will not provide either relocation costs or visa sponsorship).

Responsibilities and Duties

To assist the Company Accountant in the day to day running of a Finance Department

The successful candidate will likely have the following responsibilities:

  • Assist in the preparation of month-end management accounts
  • Assist with monthly management information packs
  • Assist in preparation of year-end accounts
  • Prepare supporting information for financial auditor
  • Assist with VAT return
  • Assist with Monthly balance sheet reconciliation
  • Assist with Monthly Payroll Reconciliation
  • Posting of Bank payments
  • Support AP function
  • Support AR function
  • Support payroll function

This is not a comprehensive list, and the position holder may be asked to perform any other tasks within the larger business.

Junior Accountant Position Requirements.

  • Minimum 2 Years' experience in practice in a similar role
  • You will be AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA/CIMA.
  • Be prepared to work full time and study in your own time.
  • You are a motivated and enthusiastic individual who has a genuine interest in establishing a career within finance.
  • An analytical mind and enjoy working with numbers.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
  • Be self-motivated and keen to learn.
  • Flexibility – Able to cope with a dynamic workload (e.g. month end deadlines).
  • Sage accounting system knowledge.
  • Strong IT skills including Microsoft products though Excel must be to intermediate/advance level.

Due to the volume of applications, if you have not been contacted with 10 days please consider your application as unsuccessful.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £23,000.00 per year

Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No Location: In person

Example 8

Junior Accountant

The Opportunity

Looking for an accountancy career with a difference? At SAS we’ve got you covered:
  • A digital practice with a passion for tech
  • Flexible working opportunities
  • Entrepreneurial values and a growth mindset
  • Fun and relaxed environment with casual dress code
  • Incredible coffee

This is an exciting time to join our young and dynamic practice that has been nominated three years in a row in the category of Fast-Track Firm of the Year at the Accounting Excellence awards.

There’s no sign of our growth slowing down, so we are on the lookout for a highly motivated, aspiring accountant that shares our entrepreneurial mindset.

With 4 distinct businesses within the SAS group, you won’t be short of opportunities to quickly progress your career and obtain a diverse set of skills.

The Role

Joining as a Junior Accountant, you will be providing bookkeeping and business support services to a portfolio of clients, operating across various industries. You will be working under the guidance of the Accountant and Client Manager to assist with the provision of the following services:
  • Accurate recording of all financial transactions through ledger postings, nominal journals, bank reconciliations etc
  • Processing of bank payments
  • Preparation and submission of VAT, CIS and Self-Assessment returns to HMRC
  • Submission of annual Confirmation Statements to Companies House
  • Helping with the production of monthly management accounts and other ad hoc financial reporting
  • Maintaining cash flow forecasts
  • A range of other ad hoc duties to help support the team and our clients

The Successful Applicant

We are looking for a highly ambitious candidate, someone who thinks outside the box and is willing to go above and beyond the expectations of clients, to help develop profitable long-lasting relationships.

We require someone who:
  • Always adopts a positive mindset
  • Takes a commercial approach, keeping client’s best interests at the forefront
  • Enthusiastic, with a can-do attitude
  • Possesses excellent attention to detail
  • Capable of building strong relationships internally and externally
  • Able to remain calm under pressure
  • Wanting to study towards the AAT qualification
  • Experience working within general practice is advantageous
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to balance workloads to manage the needs of various clients
  • Experience with Xero accounting software is advantageous

What's on Offer

Competitive base salary. Mileage and travel expenses reimbursed. Study support available.

Benefits include:
  • Work from home opportunities
  • Flexible working hours
  • On-site parking
  • Casual dress
  • Private medical insurance and life insurance
  • Company pension
  • Company events & social hours
  • Sick pay

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £22,000.00-£24,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company pension
  • Free parking
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Private medical insurance
  • Sick pay
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday



Education:
  • A-Level or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:
  • accounting: 2 years Location: In person

Example 9

Europa Worldwide Group are currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity for a Junior Accountant, to join our fantastic Finance Department.

Do you have 1 years experience in accountanting and intersted in completing you ACA or ACCA qualification?

About Europa Worldwide Group:

Europa Worldwide Group is an ambitious independent logistics operator with five divisions – Europa Road, Europa Air & Sea, Europa Warehouse, Europa Contact Centre and Continental Cargo Carriers. It provides market leading products and services to leading international and UK businesses who have chosen Europa because of its commitment to providing best in class services. Europa has featured in the prestigious Sunday Times Top Track 250 three times and employs over 1,300 across the UK at 15 sites (and growing) as well as offices in Shanghai and Hong Kong. The company’s turnover of £260 million in 2021 is expecting to increase to £300 million in 2022.

The Junior Accountant will support the Financial Accountant in producing internal and external accounts accurate and complete information is supplied to the internal and external Stakeholders or the organisation.

This is a fully remote position with the occasional requirement to travel to our Dartford office.

Our Ideal Person:
  • At least 1-year experience in accounting
  • Currently stuyding ACA or ACCA or interested in studing.
  • Strong communication skills
  • Has an eye for attention to detail.
  • An ability to work on own initiative.
  • A team player, capable of building strong internal and external relationships.
  • Driven to succeed in the workplace and keen to learn

In this role, you will:
  • Provide assistance to the Financial Accountant with regards to the preparation of Monthly internal entity reporting for review by the Boards of Directors.
  • Prepare and review the balance sheet reconciliations to ensure that reported figures match with all third-party support to ensure accounts are complete and accurate.
  • Act as company authorised signatory to sign off all bank payments
  • Assist the Financial Accountant in all aspects of the external audit, support in directing the auditor to the right areas of the business to ensure queries are dealt with as quickly and efficiently as possible.
  • Contribute to the preparation of Europa statutory accounts, extracting information from Leonardo for review within the annual audit and filed with Companies House.
  • Assist with any additional Finance projects as and when required and directed by the organisation.
  • Produce detailed analysis of balance sheet headings for entity and consolidation.
  • Investigation into transactions within the nominal to resolve any queries that have arisen.
  • Assist in the budget preparation for all entities and consolidation for balance sheets and cash flow.
  • Ensure you comply and follow our company values, which we refer to as ‘Our Approach to Business’!

In reward for your hard work:
  • Excellent salary package.
  • Europa Rewards Scheme (offers/discounts on latest technology, vouchers, gym membership etc)
  • The opportunity to develop, progress and work within a global organisation which is rapidly growing.
  • A fantastic working culture which promotes excellent work/life balance.
  • Working closely with a team of talented individuals with a great work ethic who also love to have fun!
  • Contributory company pension scheme.
  • Additional holiday scheme
  • Employee Wellbeing Programme
  • Car parking
  • Canteen facilities
  • Remote working
  • Laptop

If you think this great opportunity is for you, apply today!

Please note - if you submit your CV, you are giving Europa Worldwide Group Ltd and its subsidiaries consent to hold your personal data.

Please note, all applications will be dealt with according to General Data Protection Regulations. Europa Worldwide Group are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £20,000.00-£23,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Work from home
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday

Experience:
  • accounting: 1 year ID: JG/JA/Dartford- #INDT3
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What does a Junior Accountant do?

A Junior Accountant works in the company’s finance and accounting department, recording financial transactions. Their goal is to ensure transparency and accuracy in all business transactions and to maintain accurate records. Junior Accountants work under the supervision of the Accounting Manager, or Senior Accountant and take charge of the daily accounting tasks which their supervisors review regularly. They work across all industries including technology, construction, food and drink, retail and other large corporations. They also work on a full-time or part-time basis, or may be employed as interns. They may also work solely in an Accounting Firm.

Junior Accountant skills and qualifications

A successful Junior Accountant candidate will have various prerequisite skills and qualifications that typically include:

  • Maths and numeracy skills
  • Knowledge of financial accounting
  • Computer literacy and working knowledge of relevant accounting software packages
  • In-depth understanding of financial reporting principles
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Great attention to detail
  • Analytical skills
  • Ability to work well in a team

Junior Accountant experience requirements

A Junior Accountant is an entry-level professional, so having less than a year of experience is acceptable. Experience can be acquired from internships or apprenticeships at reputable firms. A strong background in financial accounting is also necessary. Familiarity with using accounting journals and relevant audit and tax requirements is a plus.

Junior Accountant education and training requirements

A Junior Accountant must have a university degree in accounting, finance, actuarial science or a related field. They must also have professional certifications — the minimum is the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) qualification, which involves three different certificates across three levels of training. The Association of Chartered Certification Accountants (ACCA) programme, offers courses at the Fundamental and Professional level, it is not required, but is a plus.

As, Junior Accountants have entry-level positions, most employers require candidates to complete on-the-job training when they begin their job. The duration of the training depends on the company and usually includes company-specific procedures and workflows and software tutorials.

Junior Accountant salary expectations

According to Indeed Salaries, a Junior Accountant in the UK can expect to earn an average salary of £22,255 per year. This figure varies depending on factors, such as the level of experience, industry, geographical location and the size of the hiring company.

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