Accounts Senior

Pertemps Glasgow Perms; Dunfermline; Sur place; GBP 38 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Workplace pension scheme

Life assurance (three times salary)

Employee assistance programme

Employee discounts platform

Wellbeing resources

Career progression opportunities

Regular reviews and development plans

Résumé du poste

Pertemps Glasgow Perms is seeking an Accounts Senior in Dunfermline for a well-established practice. This role is ideal for a newly or recently qualified accountant seeking a supportive team that emphasises professional development and high-quality client service.

You will manage a diverse client portfolio, prepare year-end accounts, management accounts and tax computations, and liaise with HMRC and clients to support informed business decisions.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified or recently qualified accountant.
• At least three years' experience in an accountancy practice.
• Experience preparing accounts for sole traders and limited companies (FRS 102).
• Good working knowledge of personal and corporation tax.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Accurate, detail-oriented and client-focused.

Responsabilités

• Manage a portfolio of small to medium-sized business clients.
• Prepare annual accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders.
• Produce management accounts and provide relevant financial information.
• Prepare personal and corporation tax computations and documentation.
• Communicate with clients, HMRC and others on accounting matters.
• Keep up to date with accounting standards and tax legislation.
• Support senior colleagues and assist with ad hoc client work.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Organisation

Client liaison

Communication

Independence

Formation

ACCA/ACA qualification in progress

Outils

Accounting software

Excel

HMRC/digital accounting systems

Description du poste

Pertemps is currently recruiting for an Accounts Senior on behalf of a well-established accountancy practice based in Dunfermline. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly or recently qualified accountant to join a supportive team that values professional development, collaborative working and the delivery of high-quality client services.

The successful candidate will work with a varied portfolio of clients, gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting and taxation matters while playing an important role in supporting the continued growth of the practice.

The Role

As Accounts Senior, you will manage a portfolio of clients and provide a range of accounting and taxation services, ensuring work is completed accurately, efficiently and to the required professional standards.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a portfolio of small and medium-sized business clients, including developing relationships with new and existing clients.
• Building strong client relationships and providing a responsive, proactive service.
• Preparing annual accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders.
• Producing management accounts and relevant financial information to support clients' business decisions.
• Preparing personal and corporation tax computations and associated documentation.
• Communicating with clients, HMRC and other relevant parties on accounting and taxation matters.
• Keeping up to date with changes to accounting standards, tax legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Working closely with colleagues and senior team members to ensure a consistent and efficient service.
• Supporting managers and senior colleagues with additional client assignments and ad hoc work as required.

About You

We are keen to hear from candidates who have a solid grounding in practice accounting and are looking to take the next step in their career.

Ideally, you will have:

• Newly qualified or recently qualified accountant status, or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least three years' experience working within an accountancy practice.
• Experience preparing accounts for sole traders and limited companies, including work under FRS 102.
• A good working knowledge of personal and corporation tax.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• The confidence to work independently, use your initiative and take responsibility for your workload.
• Good IT skills and the ability to learn and adapt to accounting software and digital systems.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and client-focused approach.

What's on Offer?

The successful candidate will benefit from a supportive working environment and a package designed to encourage both professional and personal development.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary aligned with experience and market rates.
• Opportunities for ongoing training, professional development and career progression.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• Life assurance providing cover equivalent to three times salary.
• Employee assistance programme, including access to a GP service.
• Employee discounts through a dedicated rewards and benefits platform.
• Access to wellbeing resources and fitness-related support.
• Client introduction and employee referral incentive schemes.
• Regular one-to-one reviews to support performance, development and career goals.
• Opportunities to get involved in workplace wellbeing and environmental initiatives.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional to join an established practice in Dunfermline and make a meaningful contribution to its client service offering.