Accounts Senior in Dunfermline, Fife

Job Description

Are you ready to take your accounting career to the next level?

The Practice

This thriving independent firm of accountants and business advisors operates across central Scotland, supporting a wide range of clients from small owner-managed businesses to larger, multi-national companies. With a team of over 100, the organisation prides itself on delivering high-quality service and practical advice. They focus on developing their people through training and career growth opportunities, and they nurture a friendly, supportive workplace environment.

The Role

As an Accounts Senior, you will be responsible for managing a vibrant portfolio of SME clients. Your role involves preparing accurate statutory accounts, management reports, and tax computations, ensuring compliance with UK standards. You will work closely with colleagues and clients to deliver a proactive, efficient service, supporting the business with ad hoc projects and key deadlines.

• Manage client portfolios, including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Prepare management accounts and financial reports in line with UK GAAP, FRS102, and IFRS.
• Draft corporation and personal tax computations, liaising with HMRC and clients.
• Support month-end, year-end, and statutory audit processes.
• Keep up-to-date with changes in accounting standards and tax legislation.
• Liaise with clients and colleagues to deliver a seamless service.

The Person

The right candidate will be a qualified or QBE practice accountant with at least 3 years of experience. You will have a solid understanding of financial reporting, taxation, and compliance. Your communication skills will help you build strong client relationships, while your IT skills will ensure accuracy and efficiency in your work.

Mandatory

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in an accountancy practice.
• ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, or AAT qualification or QBE.
• Competent in preparing FRS102 and UK GAAP limited company accounts.
• Strong knowledge of tax regulations and processes.
• Proficient in accounting software and MS Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and workload management skills.

Preferred

• Experience with cloud accounting tools (Xero, QuickBooks Online).
• Knowledge of audit procedures and internal controls.
• Ability to analyse data using Power BI or similar.
• Exposure to ERP systems like SAP or Oracle.
• Practice environment experience working with SME clients.

ON OFFER

This is a full-time, onsite role based in a scenic region of central Scotland, offering a competitive salary. The organisation provides a supportive environment with many benefits to help you grow professionally and personally.

• Competitive salary aligned with industry standards.
• Career development and ongoing training.
• Workplace pension and life cover.
• Employee assistance and wellbeing resources.
• Opportunities for career progression within the practice.
• Collaborative and friendly work culture.

iMultiply is committed to diversity and will promote diversity for all employees, workers and applicants. iMultiply will treat everyone equally and will not discriminate on the grounds of an individual's 'protected characteristic’. If you like the look of this vacancy and think you could perform the role, but, you don't think you meet all the requirements, please DO APPLY for this opportunity. Data shows that certain groups, mainly women and people from Black and Minority communities, are less likely to apply for jobs where they don't meet 100% of role requirements. iMultiply would encourage you to apply for roles where there is room for development and growth.