Bookkeeper / Accountant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join the Islay Estates team as Bookkeeper/ Accountant for the business. This is a full-time position, based in the Estate Office, on a busy and thriving Estate on Islay. Previous bookkeeping/accountant experience is essential, and knowledge of Xero accounting software would be an advantage. The role will include the following duties:

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Managing all purchase ledger function, including:

• Process all purchase ledger invoices
• Statement reconciliations
• Bi-monthly payment runs
• Adhoc payments
• Managing aged creditors

Managing all sales ledger function, including:

• Processing sale ledger invoices such as for the holiday lets, shooting and fishing
• Processing rent demands for commercial, residential, and agricultural tenants
• including help to manage direct debits
• Managing aged debtors

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• ‍Daily bank reconciliations including direct debits, standing orders, card payments etc
• Maintain Fixed Asset Register
• Support/back up for payroll function
• Support/back up for VAT returns
• Stock reconciliations for farming, livestock, and hotel

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Support/produce reporting, including:

• Weekly hotel profitability
• Monthly debtors
• Monthly creditors
• Monthly cashflow reports
• Year-end accounts

• Support management team with reporting/ad hoc projects
• Help maintain terrier system
• Help manage cashflow

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For further information please contact Gillian on 01496 810221 or email gillian@islayestates.com; if applying please send a copy of your CV and cover letter. Competitive salary, great staff benefits and accommodation available if required.