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Posted 12 August, 2026

Accounts Assistant

Reed
Chester, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Accounts & Tax Assistant

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  • Location: Chester, Deeside and Ellesmere Port
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  • Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 per annum
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  • Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
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We are looking to recruit for an Accounts & Tax Assistant to become a part of an established multi-office accountancy firm. This role requires travel between our offices in Chester, Ellesmere Port, and Queensferry.

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Day-to-day of the role:

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  • Completion of sole trader accounts and self-assessment tax returns.
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  • Assisting with quarterly VAT returns and limited company accounts.
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  • Conducting bookkeeping work for key clients.
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  • Liaising with HMRC on behalf of clients and communicating effectively with clients to address their needs.
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  • Engaging with new prospects and supporting their onboarding process.
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Required Skills & Qualifications:

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  • Positive attitude and great communication skills – both written and verbal.
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  • A good team player with a high level of attention to detail.
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  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
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  • Minimum of 2 years of Tax / Practice experience.
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  • Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Dext, TaxCalc is desirable but not essential.
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  • AAT qualification is preferred but not mandatory.
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Benefits:

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  • 28 days of holiday plus a bonus birthday day off.
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  • Lunchtime finish of a Friday
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  • Genuine opportunities for career progression.
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  • On-site parking.
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  • Quarterly in-person full team meetings to contribute ideas and reconnect.
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This client is keen on getting the recruitment process for this role underway ASAP. If you are interested, then please apply via the link or reach out directly.