Accounts Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Based in Perth since 1995, our small accountancy firm, specialising in retail and small business, is looking to recruit a Full-Time / Part-Time Accounts Assistant who wants to develop their skills and is confident in managing a variety of assignments.
Main responsibilities will involve but not be limited to:
- Preparation of Year End Accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders.
- Preparation of personal and corporation tax returns.
- Assistance in preparation of VAT Returns.
- Maintaining book-keeping and PAYE records for clients as and when required.
The preferred candidate will have:
- A minimum of 3 years relevant experience of working in a related accounting role.
- High Level of IT skills, with proficiency in the use of Excel, cloud-based book-keeping, and accountancy software packages.
- Excellent communication and people skills.
- Self-motivation and a highly professional approach.
- The ability to work well within a small team.
Salary will be competitive and dependent on level of experience.
Hours available are 16 to 35 hours per week by agreement.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Office-Based.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 16 - 35 per week
Salary: £14.00-£16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Perth, PH2 9RD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Accounting: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: YA2-AA-04/23
Expected start date: 05/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Accounts Assistant roles across Your Accounts Squared Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £14 - £16 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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