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Are you an experienced Accounts Technician or an AAT-qualified professional looking to develop your career within a supportive and modern accountancy practice? Our client, a highly respected chartered firm in Preston, is expanding and seeking a motivated Accounts Technician to join their growing team.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, gain valuable experience, and progress your career in a firm that truly invests in its people.
The Role
As an Accounts Technician, you’ll be responsible for preparing accounts for a variety of clients including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. You’ll work as part of a friendly and experienced team, supporting senior accountants and liaising directly with clients.
Key responsibilities:
- Preparing year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
- Assisting in the preparation of management accounts and VAT returns
- Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records for clients
- Supporting clients with cloud accounting systems such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage
- Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and build strong working relationships
- Supporting senior colleagues with ad-hoc accounting and compliance tasks
About You
- AAT qualified or part-qualified, or qualified by experience
- Previous experience working within a UK accountancy practice
- Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and bookkeeping
- Confident communicator with excellent attention to detail
- Familiarity with cloud accounting software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)
- Organised, motivated, and eager to develop your skills further
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary (£26,000 – £34,000 DOE)
- Full study support for AAT, ACCA, or ACA (tuition, exams, and study leave)
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Enhanced holiday allowance, plus extra days for long service
- Private medical cover and wellness programme
- Modern, open-plan offices with free on-site parking
- Regular team events, socials, and charity activities
- Ongoing CPD and personal development plan
- Genuine career progression to Senior Technician or Assistant Manager
Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive and people-focused firm in Preston that values your development and work–life balance. You’ll gain hands-on experience across accounts, tax, and cloud systems, supported by an approachable management team who will help you reach your full potential.