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Part-Time Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant– Come and join a company that values quality, innovation, and their people!

We are looking for a Part-Time Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join our team in Forfar, Angus, Scotland on a permanent basis. This role is fully office based.

Why Superfine?

Superfine Manufacturing Ltd, established in 1963, is a pioneer in the design, formulation, and manufacturing of a diverse range of liquid products. We proudly serve a broad spectrum of industries, from commercial to personalised goods, ensuring high-quality standards through our BS EN ISO 9001 management system. Joining Superfine means becoming part of a team that is large enough to meet industry demands yet small enough to care about every detail.

Fantastic company benefits include:

Competitive Salary: On offer is a competitive salary of £13,874 per annum (pro rata)
Holiday: 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
Company pension
Onsite parking
Health and safety benefits
Employee Extras: private dental insurance, sick pay, canteen

About the role:

As our Part-Time Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant you will be instrumental in managing our day-to-day accounting and financial operations. This pivotal role not only requires a robust understanding of financial record keeping and compliance with UK accounting standard. In this role, you will be expected to work no less than 20 hours per week Monday - Friday initially but this may increase due to Business requirements.

Main duties and responsibilities will include:

Maintain and update financial records, including ledgers, journals, and trial balances.
Oversee the processing of vendor invoices and manage customer payments.
monthly reconciliations of bank accounts and credit card statements with company records.
Prepare and submit VAT returns in line with UK tax regulations.
Assist in the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
Monitor employee expenses to ensure compliance with company policies.
Ensure adherence to all relevant tax regulations, including income tax and National Insurance.
Facilitate the auditing process by providing necessary financial documentation.
Utilise accounting software effectively to manage financial transactions.
Provide administrative support to the finance department and assist with ad-hoc financial tasks as needed.

About you:

You will need to have previous experience in bookkeeping, ideally within a UK-based business. Your qualifications you will need to hold will include AAT or equivalent. Be well-versed in accounting software and Microsoft Office, with a particular focus on Excel. A strong understanding of UK tax systems, along with excellent communication and organisational skills is essential. You will be driven, proactive, and possess the ability to resolve discrepancies efficiently while maintaining confidentiality in handling sensitive financial information. Be an individual who is passionate about accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting.

If you have the relevant skills, attributes, or experience, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.

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