Accounts Assistant
Job in
City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh Area, EH1, Scotland, UK
Listed on 2026-08-20
Listing for:
Major Recruitment
Full Time, Part Time
position Listed on 2026-08-20
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Tax Accountant, Public Accounting, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Accounts Assistant (eu Edinburgh, Scotland
Role: Accounts Assistant
Location: Edinburgh
Employment Type: Full-time or Part-time offered | Permanent| Hybrid options
Are you looking to develop your accountancy career with an established and growing firm?
An exciting opportunity is available for an Accounts Assistant to join a supportive and growing team. You'll work with a varied portfolio of SME clients while developing your technical skills and building strong client relationships.
The Role
- Work with a varied range of SME clients
- Prepare accounts for limited companies, LLPs, partnerships and sole traders
- Prepare management accounts
- Prepare corporate and personal tax returns
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards
- Communicate with clients and HMRC
- Liaise with colleagues to provide a coordinated service
- Maintain regular client contact and deliver a proactive service
About You
- At least 2 years' experience in an accounting practice
- Experience preparing FRS
102 Section 1A company accounts, partnership and sole trader accounts - Part-qualified or qualified by experience
- Corporation and personal tax experience is desirable
- Strong technical and IT skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Able to work independently and meet deadlines
- Organised, adaptable and commercially minded
- A strong team player with a commitment to excellent client service
- Career development and training opportunities
- Workplace pension and 3 x life cover
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee discounts and wellbeing resources
- Client and staff referral bonuses
- Regular one-to-one development meetings
- Opportunities to participate in wellbeing and ESG initiatives
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