Accounts Assistant
Dains Accountants & Advisers
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Ayr
Contract type: Full time

As an Accounts Assistant, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive and reliable accounts preparation support within our Healthcare Team.
This role presents an excellent opportunity for an aspiring accountant eager to begin their career journey. You should be working towards a professional qualification or have relevant practical experience, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality service to our clients.
You will assist and work across the firm’s diverse client base within the Healthcare Team, supporting them with various tasks alongside the client manager and Partner.
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.
Department Accounts Advisory Employment Type Full Time Location Ayr Workplace type Hybrid
Key Responsibilities
At Dains, our core values: Integrity, Fairness, Working & Succeeding Together, and Valued Relationships are the foundation of our firm. These principles guide our daily interactions and decision-making processes, ensuring we maintain the highest professional standards while fostering positive relationships with clients and colleagues alike. We are committed to upholding these values now and in the future, as they define who we are and the firm we aspire to be.
We offer ambitious professionals the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment. As we continue to expand, we're seeking talented individuals ready to drive growth, make an impact, and excel in their careers. If you're eager to be part of a forward-thinking team shaping the future of accountancy, we want to hear from you!
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This role presents an excellent opportunity for an aspiring accountant eager to begin their career journey. You should be working towards a professional qualification or have relevant practical experience, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality service to our clients.
You will assist and work across the firm’s diverse client base within the Healthcare Team, supporting them with various tasks alongside the client manager and Partner.
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.
Department Accounts Advisory Employment Type Full Time Location Ayr Workplace type Hybrid
Key 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.
- Be part of the Healthcare Team, assisting with preparation of specialist Accounts for clients in the Healthcare Sector, and assisting with related personal tax and superannuation calculations
- Experience of accounts preparation
- Experience working with healthcare clients is desirable
- IT literate including advanced Excel and knowledge of Xero
- 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
At Dains, our core values: Integrity, Fairness, Working & Succeeding Together, and Valued Relationships are the foundation of our firm. These principles guide our daily interactions and decision-making processes, ensuring we maintain the highest professional standards while fostering positive relationships with clients and colleagues alike. We are committed to upholding these values now and in the future, as they define who we are and the firm we aspire to be.
We offer ambitious professionals the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment. As we continue to expand, we're seeking talented individuals ready to drive growth, make an impact, and excel in their careers. If you're eager to be part of a forward-thinking team shaping the future of accountancy, we want to hear from you!
Apply Now
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