Accounts Assistant

Ian J Brown Co; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

33 days paid annual leave

Long-service holiday rewards

Career progression opportunities

Company pension scheme

Supportive training environment

Job summary

A modern accountancy firm in Edinburgh is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support its growing team. This full-time role requires proficiency in cloud accounting software and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. You will prepare annual accounts, manage VAT returns, and provide support to clients in a friendly environment. The firm offers flexible hours, annual leave, and a supportive culture for career development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role within an accountancy practice.
• Ability to prepare accounts to trial balance stage and beyond.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to work effectively with clients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Work closely with clients, providing support and advice.
• Use cloud accounting software to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Cloud accounting software proficiency

Client communication

Bookkeeping

Payroll duties

Tools

Xero

Job description

Base pay range

Accounts Assistant – £24,000 to £28,000 – Edinburgh EH10 5QE - Office based

Overview

Do you have solid accountancy practice experience? Are you confident with cloud accounting software and ready to develop your skills further in a friendly, supportive environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you. Join Ian J Brown & Co — a modern, approachable accountancy firm with offices in Edinburgh and Dalkeith — as our next Accounts Assistant. This is a full-time, permanent position supporting our growing team across both offices. You will be working closely with small business clients to help them manage their accounts efficiently using digital tools, as well as supporting our internal finance operations. Ready to take the next step in your accountancy career? Send us your CV today — we’re looking forward to hearing from you!

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Bookkeeping and payroll duties.
• Work closely with clients, providing support and advice where required.
• Use and embrace cloud accounting software to enhance efficiency and client service.

The Company

Ian J Brown & Co is a long-established firm with a bang-up-to-date approach to accountancy. A trusted heritage with a modern approach. Friendly and approachable, we’ve been taking care of individuals and businesses since 1986.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours & early Friday finish (12:30pm).
• 33 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Long-service holiday rewards.
• Small team structure with clear opportunities for progression.
• Company pension scheme.
• Supportive training and development environment.

The Person

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role within an accountancy practice.
• Ability to prepare accounts to trial balance stage and beyond.
• Experience with cloud accounting products (preferably Xero).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to work effectively with clients.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing, Other, and Administrative

Industries

• Accounting