Accounts Assistant

Accountancy

• Burnley
  
  

Accounts Assistant

Half-Day Fridays, Full-Time Career Growth. With continual development and clear opportunities to progress, this is your chance to grow with a business that invests in you.

At Streets, we’re in a period of growth and transition. Our ambition is clear: to become one of the UK’s Top 20 firms, and to do it by building a practice that’s modern, client-focused, and future-ready. That means embracing change - not just talking about it.

We’re looking for a proactive Accounts Assistant with the drive and expertise to help us take things to the next level. If you want a role where you’ll make a genuine difference - modernising systems, developing people, shaping strategy, and growing a business - then we want to hear from you.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Support the management of a portfolio of account clients ensuring timely submission of financial statements and tax returns, ensuring timely completion of work, maintaining profitability.
• Develop and maintain effective client relationships, including client facing engagements.
• Prepare financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, charities and limited companies in accordance with the relevant accounting standards.
• Support junior staff and work collaboratively with the wider team to encourage knowledge share and team growth.
• Preparation of VAT returns.
• Maintain accurate and up to date client bookkeeping records, and management accounts.
• Support the office with its ongoing firmwide digital transformation, Including the promotion of internal and external automation processes.
  
  

Skills, Qualifications And Other Requirements

• Level 4 AAT qualified.
• Demonstratable general practice experience.
• Ability to travel to client premises and between offices.
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Extensive knowledge and experience of Xero accounting software.
• Ability to work as part of a team yet also work using own initiative when required.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
  
  

Why Join Us?

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package and a supportive work environment to ensure you excel in your role and enjoy being part of our team:

• Salary: Competitive salary based on your qualifications and experience.
• Holiday and Leave: Holiday allowance of 31 days, inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas closure, a day off for your birthday and additional holidays after 10 & 15 years’ service.
• Free onsite parking
• Pension & Financial: Company pension scheme with employer contributions to help you plan for the future. We also offer death in service cover for your peace of mind.
• Professional Development: Continuous training in soft skills, technical knowledge, and professional development. We invest in our people and will support your career growth, including potential progression to management roles.
• Flexible Working: We offer flexible start and finish times between to suit your circumstances, plus an early finish on a Friday!
• Reward Gateway: Access to discounts from many retailers, gyms and services.
• Team Culture: Be part of a friendly, professional team that values collaboration and knowledge-sharing. You’ll join a firm where your ideas are heard and your contributions are valued.
  
  

We look forward to hearing from you. Join us and play a key role in supporting local businesses

Apply Now!

Department Accountancy Role Trainee Accountant Locations Burnley Employment type Full-time

About Streets Chartered Accountants

As a top 40 UK firm of Chartered Accountants, we go beyond the numbers—partnering with businesses, corporate clients, charities, and individuals to drive success. Whether supporting growing enterprises or guiding nonprofits, we provide expert financial insight with a personal touch.

Founded in 1907

Co-workers 500

Turnover 40M

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Accountancy

• Burnley
  
  

Accounts Assistant

Half-Day Fridays, Full-Time Career Growth. With continual development and clear opportunities to progress, this is your chance to grow with a business that invests in you.

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