Accounts Associate

Hays · Ipswich, England ·

Last confirmed by our partners on 18 Oct 2026.

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Overview

In this role you will deliver high-quality accounting services to a diverse client base, working with experienced colleagues to broaden your technical expertise. You’ll join a forward-thinking practice that supports career growth and structured training. The position emphasizes client relationships, accuracy, and analytical thinking within a collaborative team. It offers flexible hybrid working and clear opportunities for long-term progression, making it a strong fit for those building a career in accountancy.

Pay / Benefits

  • Flexible and hybrid working
  • Ongoing learning and professional development
  • Generous annual leave including Christmas period
  • Holiday purchase option
  • Pension contributions and life assurance
  • Health and wellbeing support through a healthcare cash plan

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality accounting services to diverse clients
  • Collaborate with experienced team members to develop technical expertise
  • Interpret and assess financial information accurately
  • Build lasting client relationships and communicate effectively

Key requirements

  • AAT qualification or currently studying towards AAT
  • Previous experience in an accountancy practice or finance environment
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Excellent communication skills and client relationship abilities
  • Experience with Xero or other cloud-based accounting software (bonus)
  • Personal tax knowledge is advantageous but not essential
  • communication
  • client relationship management
  • analytical thinking
  • team collaboration
  • Xero
  • cloud-based accounting software
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