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Accounts Assistant.

Dains are looking for and Accounts Assistant to join our Healthcare Team in Ayr.

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Job Type

full-time

Location

Ayr

As an Accounts Assistant, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive and reliable and accounts preparation support in our Healthcare Team.

This role is an excellent opportunity for any aspiring accountant with a passion to embark on their career journey. You should be studying towards a professional qualification or have relevant practical experience, focussed on providing a high-quality service to our clients.

Why Dains

Ranked 29th in the National Accountancy Age ranking by firm size. With over 850 talented individuals across the UK and Ireland, we're a force to be reckoned with. Our core services are Accountancy & Business Services, Audit, Corporate Finance, Forensic Accounting, and Taxation alongside outsourced FD and HR support. Integrated into our DNA are the values of Fairness, Working & Succeeding Together, Integrity and Valued Relationships. This shapes everything we do, creating a vibrant and supportive work culture.

What We Offer

At Dains, our employees are our greatest asset. We're committed to providing the best working environment, where you'll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. From development and training to flexible benefits and hybrid working options, we prioritise your well-being and professional development.

Our people are what make us great

  • Our People

    At Dains, our employees are our greatest asset. We are also an Investor in People Gold Award winner.

  • The Environment

    We're committed to providing the best working environment, where you will have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

  • Your Wellbeing

    From development and training to flexible benefits and hybrid working options, we prioritise your well-being and professional development.

  • Your Future

    We are heavily investing in learning and development with the intention of being the market leader for growing and nurturing professionals.

Your Role

Responsibilities

  • Use business systems and processes such as Xero, CCH, Pertax and other commonly used software/apps.

  • Deal with clients promptly in a professional and courteous manner and ensure that their data, information, and records are always secure.

  • Deal with all communications in a timely manner and ensure they are of a high professional standard.

  • Plan, manage and prioritise your own workflow, job approaches and productivity to ensure targets and deadlines are met, as agreed with the Client Manager/Partner.

  • Ensure there is clear communication with the Client Manager and other team members on work being carried out and budgetary indicators.

  • Take full responsibility for all work and tasks assigned to you.

Your Education, Skills & Experience

  • Experience of accounts preparation

  • Experience working with healthcare clients is desirable

  • IT literate including advanced Excel and knowledge of Xero

Our commitment to you

Benefits
25 days annual leave (increases with length of service) plus normal statutory bank holidays)
Hybrid and flexible work options
Buy and sell annual leave
Life assurance
Private medical
Cycle to work scheme
Greener car scheme
Regular development reviews and training
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Dains are a climate positive company

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Where this role is based

Ayr

Ellersley House 30 Miller Rd KA7 2AY Scotland

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01292 265071

ayr@dains.com

Do you have what it takes?

If you have any problems submitting your application using the form below then please send your application to Nicola Jones (remembering to quote the job and location you are applying for).

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The Application Process

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    1. Applications

    Please complete the application submission form at the end of the job spec or send your full CV to applications@dains.com.

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    2. Assessment

    If your application is shortlisted, you will be contacted, and a telephone screening interview will be scheduled.

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    3. Interview

    Following a successful telephone screening interview, you will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview with the hiring manager.

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    4. Evaluation

    You will be notified of the outcome of your interview and provided with feedback.