Accounts Assistant

Job Summary by the Career Balance Team:

Pertemps is recruiting an Accounts Assistant to work with a leading financial accountant in Edinburgh. The ideal candidate will have experience in preparing management and financial accounting, as well as a passion for cloud accounting. The role involves preparing annual accounts for various entities, conducting independent examinations for charitable organizations, and engaging with clients. The candidate should be AAT qualified or have equivalent experience, possess strong numerical and data analysis skills, and have excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working, and various benefits.

Job Description:Role: Accounts Assistant
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: £22,000-£28,000

Pertemps are recruiting an Accounts Assistant to work with their client, a leading financial accountant.

We are looking to speak with experienced Accounts Assistants, if you bring previous practice experience, are skilled in preparing management and financial accounting, and have a genuine passion for cloud accounting along with excellent organizational abilities, you could be the ideal candidate we are looking for.

We are looking for:

• A candidate prepared to apply their accounting expertise in the preparation of annual accounts for a diverse array of entities – spanning dynamic limited companies and partnerships to individual sole traders.
• Opportunity to enhance skills in conducting independent examinations for charitable organizations and preparing monthly/quarterly management accounts for clients across diverse sectors.
• Direct engagement with clients, ensuring their contentment and addressing any inquiries that may arise. Your outstanding service not only reinforces the reputation of our organization but also reveals potential avenues for new business. Your role extends beyond numerical tasks; it involves establishing relationships and nurturing opportunities.

About You:

• AAT qualified or possess equivalent experience. If you are still working towards a professional qualification, rest assured, as we provide study support to help you achieve your goals.
• Ideally, have previous experience in accounts preparation within a professional practice, but what matters most to us is your enthusiasm and drive.
• Possess strong numerical and data analysis skills, along with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet tight deadlines.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as we value building effective relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Demonstrate client-driven and commercial awareness, which are essential for this role.
• Ideally be computer literate with experience in accounts production software like Xero and Sage.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 31 days holiday per year & Holiday buy/sell scheme
• Hybrid/Flexible Working Policy
• Volunteering Day
• Generous pension contribution and life insurance scheme
• Continuous training and support
• Discounts
• Professional Subscriptions
• Team and office-wide social activities

Location: Scotland, City of Edinburgh