Location: Littlehampton, West Sussex
Working pattern: Full-time or part-time, Monday to Friday
About the Role
Schlich Ltd, a specialist boutique practice of European Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys based in Littlehampton, is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join its friendly and supportive team. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their accounting career within a professional services environment.
What You'll Be Doing
Working alongside the Accounts Manager, you will:
Record incoming and outgoing payments and invoices in Xero
Prepare invoices, including monthly billing, and update the case management system to reflect client billing
Check petty cash and credit card receipts
Prepare statements for clients with overdue payments
Assist with VAT return preparation
Support year-end accounting activities
Carry out other ad hoc accounting duties as required
What You'll Bring
Essential:
Experience working within an accounts department
GCSE passes in Mathematics and English
Proficient in MS Word and Excel
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work using your own initiative and as part of a team
Desirable:
Knowledge of accounting software, preferably Xero
AAT Level 3 qualified, or studying towards it
What's on Offer
Full-time or part-time hours across Monday to Friday
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Private medical insurance and eye care scheme
Company pension scheme
Study support for those studying towards, or looking to begin, AAT
Additional Information
Applications close Friday 21st August 2026. Schlich Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
No agencies please.
You may have experience of the following: Accounts Clerk, Bookkeeper, Junior Accounts Assistant, Purchase Ledger Assistant, Sales Ledger Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Administrator, Trainee Accountant, Credit Control Assistant, Practice Accounts Assistant
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Salary description
£24000.00 - £34000.00 per year