Accounts Assistant

Are you an Accounts professional offering experience working within an accountancy practice? Utopian Professional Recruitment are delighted to be recently appointed to work in partnership with an incredible client who is looking to recruit an ambitious Accounts Assistant to join their team on a full time, permanent basis. To be considered for this opportunity, our client does require experience of accounts preparation and ideally from a healthcare background (this isn’t essential), however an focused individual looking to expand their knowledge and develop further. As an Accounts Assistant, you will be involved in preparing accounts, supporting bookkeeping tasks, reconciling financial data, and assisting with VAT returns. This role is integral to ensuring our clients receive exceptional service and accurate financial reporting. Your main responsibilities will include: Preparation of accounts for a range of limited, partnership and sole trader businesses Ensuring accuracy is provided for all clients including tax computations Plan and schedule work to ensure it is completed on time and within dedicated timescales and budget Ensure all Companies House filling deadlines are met Present managers with complete sets of accounts Clearing review points and making adjustments to accounts Build and maintain strong client relationships Provide demonstrations, set ups and training for clients using Xero (once knowledge is gained) Keep up to date with any changes across the business, legislations and technical knowledge To be considered for this opportunity we are looking for the following background / experience: Background working within an accountancy practice Experience of accounts preparation Strong time management skills and ability to work to deadlines Excellent organisational capability Great attention to detail and analytical skills First class IT knowledge including MS Office, Xero and QuickBooks Strong team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn Genuine passion to support clients and business growth Reward: This role can be based in Kilmarnock or Ayr Hours of Work – Monday to Friday 9-5.15pm Salary will be discussed at time of application Full Time, permanent contract Opportunity to work 1 day from home Generous holiday allowance Pension Income Protection Buy and sell annual leave Life assurance Private medical Cycle to work scheme Greener car scheme Next Steps: For further information, please apply by emailing your CV to Utopian Professional Recruitment ASAP. To keep up to date with current opportunities be sure to follow the Utopian Professional Recruitment page on LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Whilst Utopian Professional Recruitment strives to get in touch with all our applicants, it is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 5 working days after sending us your CV unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this position. Equal Opportunities Utopian Professional Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age.

Location: Kilmarnock, GB

Posted Date: 2/5/2025