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Accounts Senior / Assistant

BML Accounts Ltd

Type
Full-Time
Address
2-4 Alexandra Building, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland ZE1 0LL
Company
BML Accounts Ltd
Details
Job Details
Telephone
01595 881166
Email
office@bmlaccounts.com

 

The opportunity 

We are looking for a proactive Accountant to join our growing team and help deliver accurate, timely, and professional services to a wide range of clients in various industries. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys improving processes, using modern accounting systems and working closely with colleagues and clients across the business.

What you’ll be doing

  • Preparing VAT returns, bank reconciliations, and using accounting software to improve reporting, automation and data quality.
  • Preparing monthly management accounts.
  • Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning.
  • Preparing payroll and responding to client enquiries as required.
  • Preparing year-end financial statements in compliance with UK FRS.
  • Calculating business and private client taxation.
  • Provide clear financial insight to colleagues, managers and clients.

About you

  • Qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience in accounting or finance.
  • Confident with cloud accounting systems such as Xero, Sage, FreeAgent or similar.
  • Strong Excel skills and an interest in using digital tools to make work smarter.
  • Good understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations and compliance requirements.
  • Accurate, organised and able to manage deadlines without losing attention to detail.
  • A clear communicator who can explain financial information in plain English.
  • Commercially aware, curious and comfortable suggesting better ways of working.

What we offer

  • A varied role with genuine ownership and visibility across the business.
  • Supportive colleagues and a culture that values practical ideas and continuous improvement.
  • Opportunities for professional development and ongoing CPD.
  • Modern systems, flexible working practices and a focus on work-life balance.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package, dependent on experience.

How to apply

If you are an accountant who enjoys accuracy, insight and making finance processes better, we would be pleased to hear from you. Please email your CV and a short covering note outlining your relevant experience to office@bmlaccounts.com.

 

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