Carmichael & Baxter Group are a forward thinking, fast moving groundworks and civils engineering company based in Cupar, Fife and they are currently looking for a highly organised Company Accountant to join their team on a full time office based basis.
About the role:
Are you a motivated and detail oriented Management Accountant looking for your next challenge? We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to join our team, delivering high-quality management accounting services to our organisation.
This is a busy and fast paced role that would suit someone who is comfortable juggling multiple tasks, enjoys a bit of problem solving and wants to make a positive impact in a fast paced construction setting.
We're looking for someone who brings structure, foresight and calm confidence to a fast paced, growing company. If you thrive on variety, take pride in precision and love being the person who makes things happen then we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
· Recording and classifying financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and completeness of records.
· Reconciliation of bank statements and intercompany transactions.
· Ensure timely preparation of all accounts and other Management Accounting reports within agreed deadlines
· Ensure balance sheet substantiation and reconciliation for all companies within the group, troubleshooting any areas of concern and identifying and implementing corrective action.
· Develop and maintain a good working relationship with staff and senior management.
· Reconciliation of supplier and debtor accounts including cashflow management and credit control.
· Ensure quarterly VAT returns are completed, filed and appropriately reconciled.
· Compiling of weekly payroll analysis for weekly paid employees, sending to wages bureau for processing, then ensuring employees are paid timeously each week.
· Analysis of PAYE, CIS, Insurances and Nominal ledger to ensure all accounts reflect the true picture of the accounts and reporting this information to the Directors.
· Continuous improvement of processes and procedures
Who we're looking for:
· Qualified/Part Qualified or qualified through experience within a similar fast paced accounting environment.
· Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general IT systems (experience of Xero Accounting Software would be an advantage)
· Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise work and meet tight deadlines.
· Excellent communication skills with an ability to engage with staff at all levels.
· Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
· Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
· Ability to identify and resolve financial issues and discrepancies.
· Ability to analyse financial data, identify trends and interpret financial information.
· Enthusiastic, conscientious and reliable.
· Honest, trustworthy, and adaptable with a positive attitude.
What we offer:
· A chance to make the role your own and grow alongside a thriving business
· A collaborative and supportive team culture
· Mobile phone and laptop provided
· A competitive salary with additional benefits, salary level will depend on qualified versus non-qualified.
· Fun, ambitious and achievement focused work environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person