Our client, a well-respected local civil engineering firm, is seeking a Bookkeeper/Office Administrator to join their team on a permanent basis. Currently, the position offers 4 days per week, from 9am to 5pm (28 hours total) however, there is flexibility regarding weekly hours, which will be arranged with the director before commencement. The role will be entirely office-based at the company’s location near Kilmarnock. This vacancy arises from the retirement of a long-standing employee. The goal is to have the successful candidate onboard by mid to late March to ensure a comprehensive handover from the current bookkeeper, which will be invaluable. The successful candidate will be the sole contact within the office and responsible for the following duties: * Managing company accounts to trial balance level using Sage accounts package * Preparing financial records for the accountant and addressing any queries * Generating monthly cash flow reports and monitoring company bank accounts * Processing supplier payments * Handling CIS returns and issuing subcontractor statements * Administering weekly payroll and pension processes * Submitting PAYE information * Completing quarterly HMRC VAT returns Administration Tasks * Preparing and uploading documentation for CHAS Health & Safety Accreditation * Preparing and uploading information for Achilles Accreditation * Preparing and submitt...