Job Description
Associate Accounts & Business Advisory
Edinburgh, Scotland
Full-time, Permanent (37.5 hours per week)
Overview
We are currently recruiting for an Accounts & Business Advisory Associate to join our clients Edinburgh team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accountant to develop their technical skills within a supportive, collaborative environment while gaining exposure to a varied client base.
About The Role
As an Associate, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of accounting and advisory services to clients. You will work as part of a friendly and dynamic team, contributing to both compliance and day-to-day client support activities while progressing through your professional qualifications.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Prepare annual statutory accounts for a range of clients
- Assist with the production of management accounts
- Complete and submit VAT returns
- Carry out bookkeeping and transaction processing
- Work extensively with cloud-based accounting software (Xero)
- Support clients with day-to-day accounting queries
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues across the team
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with relevant standards
About You
- Currently studying ACCA (or equivalent), with study support required
- Previous experience in an accounts or practice environment
- Strong working knowledge of Xero and cloud accounting tools
- High attention to detail and good organisational skills
- A collaborative team player with a proactive and positive attitude
- Strong communication skills and willingness to learn
What s on Offer
- Study support package
- Exposure to a wide range of clients and industries
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Clear pathway for career progression within the firm
- Flexible and modern working environment
Career Development
This role offers a clear progression path, with opportunities to:
- Develop technical accounting expertise
- Build client-facing experience
- Progress into a Senior role as qualifications and experience grow
Please note that this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Candidates must therefore have existing eligibility to work in the UK.
