Accounts Assistant
Job Description
Accounts Assistant – 8 Partner Firm – Edinburgh
Are you an experienced practice accountant looking to step into a client-facing role with an established, growing independent firm?
This 8 Partner Firm operates across Central Scotland, offering a full range of accounting, business advisory, and tax solutions to SMEs, owner-managed businesses, and individuals. Operating in close-knit, collaborative teams, the firm focuses on nurturing talent and delivering tailored digital accounting services across the region.
As an Accounts Assistant you will:
- Prepare financial statements for a diverse portfolio of limited companies, LLPs, partnerships, and sole traders in accordance with FRS 102 Section 1A.
- Produce periodic management accounts and management information for key SME clients.
- Prepare corporation tax computations and personal tax returns alongside statutory accounts preparation.
- Liaise directly with clients and HMRC to resolve queries and deliver proactive business advisory support.
As the successful candidate you will:
- Hold a minimum of 2 years’ recent experience working within an accountancy practice.
- Be AAT/ACCA/ICAS part-qualified or qualified by experience (QBE).
- Demonstrate hands on experience in preparing FRS 102 Section 1A statutory accounts.
- Have practical exposure to corporate and personal tax compliance within a practice environment.
What You’ll Receive
- Hybrid working
- 3 x Salary Life Cover
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme (including GP24 service)
- Access to Reward Gateway retail and high street discount scheme
- Client and staff referral bonus schemes
At Austin Rose, we specialise in Public Practice recruitment and use our market insight to support professionals in securing roles aligned with their long-term ambitions.
