Bookkeeper

Anderson Knight Recruitment is working with a well-established construction business based in Ayr to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with solid bookkeeping experience who enjoys working in a hands-on role, supporting a busy finance function within a growing construction company. The role will involve managing day-to-day financial records, ensuring compliance with construction-specific regulations, and supporting the wider finance team with reporting and client-related tasks. Key Responsibilities: * Maintaining accurate financial records for the business * Processing purchase and sales invoices, bank transactions, and journals * Completing regular bank and balance sheet reconciliations * Preparing and submitting VAT and Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) returns * Managing accounts payable and receivable activities, including subcontractor payments * Supporting month-end management accounts and year-end reporting * Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to resolve queries * Using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage * Assisting with general finance queries and ad hoc reporting as required Requirements: * Previous bookkeeping experience, ideally within construction or similar sectors * Good working knowledge of Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, or equivalent systems * Understanding of VAT, CIS, and reconciliations * Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills * Confident communication skills, both written and verbal * Ability to manage workload, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines What’s On Offer: * Competitive salary, dependent on experience * Stable and supportive team environment * Exposure to a varied workload across construction projects * Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development * Flexible working arrangements where appropriate This role is ideal for an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a hands-on position within a respected local construction business. If you’re interested in being considered, please apply via the link below