Hays Specialist Recruitment

Assitant Accountant

Huntingdon PE28 4XA

Key information

Pay
Salary not listed
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Workplace arrangement
On-site
Posted date
28 Oct 2026
Closing date
4 Nov 2026

About this role

Your new company

I am delighted to be working with this leading UK accountancy and business advisory practice with a strong reputation in the SME market. Based in their Huntingdon office, you will work within a supportive and collaborative team offering excellent career development, ongoing mentorship and ACA/ACCA study support as you progress towards qualification.

Your new role

As an Accounts Assistant, you will work with a varied portfolio of clients, supporting the preparation of annual statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, VAT returns, bookkeeping and management accounts. You will have plenty of client exposure while working both independently and alongside an experienced team. You will also use modern cloud accounting software including Xero and Dext, with ongoing support to develop your technical skills and progress towards ACA/ACCA qualification.

What you'll need to succeed

You will ideally be AAT qualified or equivalent, with previous experience working within an accountancy practice in a similar accounts-focused role. You will have experience preparing accounts, bookkeeping and VAT returns, alongside strong attention to detail and good client communication skills. You will be ambitious, organised and keen to continue developing your career, with the opportunity to progress towards

What you'll get in return

You will benefit from full ACA/ACCA study support, ongoing training and mentoring, all within the professional environment of a leading UK accountancy practice. You will have the support, resources and exposure that come with working for a top firm, alongside excellent opportunities to develop your technical expertise, strengthen your client-facing skills and build a successful long-term career in practice.

What you need to do now

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