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Posted 23 July, 2026

Senior Accounts Assistant

Acorn by Synergie
Okehampton, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Senior Accounts Assistant | Accounts Assistant | Practice Accountant | Accounting Technician | Accountancy Practice\n

Okehampton | £35,000-£45,000 per annum DOE | Full-Time | Permanent | Hybrid & Flexible Working Available

Introduction\n

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Senior Accounts Assistant to join a successful and well-established accountancy practice based in Okehampton.

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This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant, Practice Accountant, or Accounting Technician looking to progress their career within a supportive and professional environment. You'll work with a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, delivering high-quality accounting and tax services while continuing to develop your technical expertise.

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    Prepare statutory accounts for a wide range of businesses and organisations.

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    Assist with personal and corporate tax compliance.

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    Complete bookkeeping assignments and maintain accurate financial records.

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    Prepare and submit VAT returns and associated financial information.

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    Support clients with day-to-day accounting queries and provide professional advice.

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    Build and maintain strong client relationships.

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    Ensure work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.

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Requirements\n

Essential

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    Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.

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    AAT Level 4 qualified or qualified through relevant practical experience.

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    Experience preparing statutory accounts and tax returns.

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    Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.

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    Excellent organisational and time management skills.

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    Strong communication skills with a professional and client-focused approach.

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Desirable

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    Experience using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero or QuickBooks.

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    Knowledge of bookkeeping and VAT preparation.

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    Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

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    Experience managing client queries independently.

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What We Offer\n
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    Competitive salary of £35,000-£45,000 per annum, depending on experience.

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    Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.

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    Annual salary reviews.

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    Generous holiday allowance, increasing with length of service.

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    Holiday carry-over scheme.

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    Holiday purchase scheme.

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    Pension scheme with enhanced employer contributions.

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    Life assurance.

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    Private medical insurance options.

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    Health and wellbeing support.

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    Employee Assistance Programme.

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    Cycle to Work scheme.

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    Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.

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    Employee referral and incentive schemes.

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    Genuine career development opportunities within a growing practice.

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Interested?\n

If you're looking for your next opportunity as a Senior Accounts Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Practice Accountant, or Accounting Technician in Okehampton, apply today with your up-to-date CV.

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Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.