Bookkeeping Assistant

**About EQ**

EQ Accountants is an accounting, taxation, audit, and business advisory practice based in the East of Scotland and offering the full spectrum of solutions to meet our clients’ financial needs. Our specialisms include Agriculture, Engineering and Manufacturing, Healthcare, Leisure, Professions, Property and Construction, Technology and Charities.

We have offices in Dundee, Forfar and Glenrothes, and all of our employees are committed to utilising their financial and business expertise to inspire, support and encourage clients to realise their ambitions.

We have been supporting our clients since the early 1990s, but there has never been a more interesting or important time to join us.

Joining the EQ team at this juncture is an exciting opportunity propelled by the recent investment from Sumer Group. With an ambitious plan to triple turnover within the next five years, EQ stands as a frontrunner in Scotland's accountancy sector.

Bolstered by Sumer's backing, EQ gains access to a vast network of over 1,000 colleagues across 40 offices while retaining the localised expertise of its core team.

Led by a dynamic leadership team and fuelled by strategic acquisitions, EQ is poised for growth. As part of this journey, EQ fosters a culture of development and empowerment, exemplified by employee-focused initiatives.

Join EQ and be part of a transformative endeavour reshaping the landscape of UK accountancy.

**THE ROLE**

Due to our expanding client base, we are looking to strengthen our team in our Forfar office by recruiting a **Bookkeeping Assistant **into our Business Services Team. Our Team has an excellent reputation for providing a variety of accounting services to clients, including bookkeeping, payroll, VAT returns and management accounts.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**

This is a varied and busy role where you'll look after a portfolio of clients and your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

- Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Performing bank reconciliations.
- Preparing VAT returns.
- Liaising with clients and providing bookkeeping support.
- Reviewing and maintaining online filing systems.
- Rolling forward accounts at the request of accountants.
- Administering electronic and manual bank records and mandates as required.
- Preparing correspondence to various parties.
- Cloud accounting.
- Creating, evaluating and submitting reports to clients.

**ABOUT YOU**
- This is a junior-level role; ideally you'll have a payroll qualification or training; however, it's important that you can demonstrate the ability to learn and develop the skills that match the requirements of the role.
- Good numerical skills are essential as are excellent communication skills and a keen willingness to learn and develop.
- Professional and pro-active, you will be experienced in providing the best service possible to clients with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- You are positive and confident in your abilities, but you're also a kind, empathetic person with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- We will work closely with you to continually develop your technical skills and experience and provide any appropriate training where necessary.

**BENEFITS**
- Life cover.
- Income protection.
- Financial planning consultation.
- Pension contribution scheme.
- Flexible working.
- Approved professional subscriptions.
- Enhanced annual leave.

**Closing date**: 22nd of March 2024

**Interviews **will take place from the 27th of March 2024

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 25 - 35 per week

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 01/04/2024