Accounts Senior

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.

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.

• 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.

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.

• 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.

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

• 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.