Job Description

You want to work for one of Scotland’s leading independent firms of Chartered Accountants which invests in its people and puts a focus on promoting from within.

You’re looking to join a progressive firm that can provide clear long-term progression and will also make sure you are rewarded for the job you do.

You will take ownership of a large, varied portfolio of clients and hold responsibility for audit and accounts staff. Working closely with the Directors, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate a strong awareness of client care and continuous improvement whilst playing an integral role at management level.

What will the day to day look like?

• Overseeing a portfolio of audit and accounts clients whilst proactively identifying, researching and resolving issues as they arise
• Preparing year-end statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, limited companies and charities
• Leading and supervising junior team members in the ‘fieldwork’ stage of larger audits
• Delegating workflow, reviewing work and providing proactive training to junior team members
• Ensuring all compliance requirements are met and maintained
• Providing clients with advice on day-to-day accounting transactions and appropriate accounting treatment
• Maintaining relevant knowledge of best practice and processes across finance and accounting functions for UK businesses across a variety of sectors
• Ensuring ongoing awareness of fee targets and level of work in progress

COVID-19 precaution(s):

• Remote interview process

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

ACCA/ICAS/ACA Qualified or equivalent. Have 4 year’s previous audit/accountancy experience. Have experience of preparing accounts under FRS102. Experience of leading or supporting a team.