Accounts Assistant

Hays PLC; Ayr; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Ayr is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support growth during an exciting period. The role involves preparing accounts, client engagement, and use of Xero, offering a supportive environment for professional development. Flexible working options, such as hybrid work and generous holiday allowances, accompany competitive remuneration.

Benefits

Hybrid working (3 days office, 2 days from home)

Flexible hours

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Life assurance

Private medical care

Qualifications

• Experience in account preparation.
• Prior experience in a CA firm is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of accounting software, specifically Xero.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts for limited companies and sole traders.
• Plan and schedule work according to deadlines and budgets.
• Engage directly with clients to present a complete set of accounts.

Skills

Accounts preparation

Client engagement

Knowledge of Xero

Job description

Accounts Assistant - Ayr

Your new company
Hays is proud to be partnering with one of the UK's Top 30 firms of Chartered Accountants to hire for the position of Accounts Assistant. This firm is currently experiencing a high-growth period which represents many exciting opportunities for the candidate to develop their long-term career in an accounting firm. Employee wellbeing is put at the forefront of this firm's working ethos, providing opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive in a supportive environment.

Your new role

• Accounts preparation for limited companies and sole traders.
• Planning and scheduling work in accordance with deadlines and budget.
• Engaging directly with clients.
• Presenting managers with a complete set of accounts.
• Showing clients how to set up and use Xero.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience in preparation of accounts.
• Previous experience working in a CA firm is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of Xero.

What you'll get in return

• Hybrid working (3 days office 2 days from home).
• Flexible hours.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Life assurance.
• Private medical care.

For a comprehensive list of benefits, please get in touch.

What you need to do now
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