Accounts Senior

Ayrshire; Kilmarnock; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Ayrshire is seeking an Accounts Senior for a reputable accountancy practice in Kilmarnock, delivering high-quality service to personal and business clients. The candidate will work in the accounts team to provide efficient, reliable support and professional client liaison.

The firm offers a hybrid way of working (2 days in the office and 3 days from home). Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing accounts, VAT, corporation tax and personal tax, and direct client liaison to tailor

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role within an accountancy practice.
• Strong understanding of UK accounting and tax regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient with MS Office and accounting/software such as Sage and IRIS.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review accounts for a diverse portfolio of clients (limited companies, partnerships, sole traders).
• Analyse financial data to provide insights and recommendations to clients.
• Prepare, review, and submit VAT returns, corporation tax, and personal tax returns.
• Liaise directly with clients and handle queries, ensuring timely and accurate advice.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients on matters related to accounting, tax, and financial planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

UK accounting knowledge

Tools

Sage

IRIS

MS Office

Job description

We are currently recruitingfor an Accounts Senior on behalf of our client - a reputable and respected accountancy practice in Kilmarnock.

Joining the long-established accountancy firm, the successful candidate will work as part of the accounts team to provide an efficient, reliable and friendly service to personal and business clients.

The company offer a hybrid working approach (2 days in the office and 3 days from home to suit).

Reporting to Director, they will be responsible for the following...

• Preparing & reviewing accounts for a diverse portfolio of clients (limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders).
• Analyse financial data to provide insights and recommendations to clients.
• Prepare, review, and submit VAT returns, corporation tax, and personal tax returns.
• Liaising directly with clients and deal with queries, understanding their unique needs and ensuring they receive timely and accurate advice.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients on all matters related to accounting, tax, and financial planning.
• A minimum of 3 of experience in a similar role within an accountancy practice.
• Strong understanding of UK accounting and tax regulations.
• Proficient with MS Office & various accounting / bookkeeping software (i.e. Sage, IRIS)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.