At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage bookkeeping and VAT for diverse clients while building strong relationships.
- Company: Supportive team in a professional environment focused on your growth.
- Benefits: 25 days leave, study support, hybrid working, and health options.
- Other info: Opportunities for ongoing training and career development.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience and skills in accounting with real client impact.
- Qualifications: Basic accounting knowledge and willingness to learn accounting software.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
As a Bookkeeping and VAT Assistant, you will work alongside a team of experienced and supportive professionals who will guide and develop you in a collaborative and professional environment. You will gain exposure to a diverse client portfolio across a range of sectors, supporting with day-to-day bookkeeping tasks and VAT compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of book-keeping and VAT clients, sending information requests and chasers.
- Regular contact with your clients to build relationships.
- Preparation of book-keeping and VAT returns for your clients.
- Assistance with ad-hoc client queries supporting the client managers.
- Occasionally carry out visits to client's premises to extract necessary information to prepare VAT returns for review by VAT manager.
- At times, support the wider team with preparation of the year end accounts for your client.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Ability to use/learn accounting software and systems operated by clients as appropriate (e.g. Xero, Sage, Quickbooks etc).
- Strong basic accounting knowledge is required.
- Good understanding of relevant Microsoft Office software, e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel and any other packages relevant to the role.
- May be required to attend internal and external courses from time to time to aid capacity to fulfil your role.
Job Benefits
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (increasing with length of service).
- Study support and ongoing training.
- Hybrid and smart working options.
- Buy and sell annual leave.
- Discounted shopping platform.
- Life assurance.
- Pension plan.
- Healthcare options.
Bookkeeper in Dunfermline employer: Dains (Scotland)
Join a dynamic team in Dunfermline as a Bookkeeping and VAT Assistant, where you will benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and employee growth. With access to ongoing training, study support, and a range of attractive benefits including generous annual leave and flexible working options, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to engage with a diverse client portfolio while building lasting relationships.
