Accounts Assistant

Alexander Associates; Scotland; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization in the space sector is seeking a Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant in Edinburgh to support their finance team. The ideal candidate will maintain financial transactions and assist with month-end processes, requiring a strong understanding of accounting and proficiency with software like QuickBooks and Xero. Attention to detail and familiarity with UK VAT regulations are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of accounting and bookkeeping is essential.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, or Odoo.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day financial transactions and bookkeeping records.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and support month-end close.
• Prepare VAT Returns and assist with monthly management accounts.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

QuickBooks

Xero

Sage

Odoo

Excel skills

UK VAT Regulations familiarity

Attention to detail

Job description

Job title: Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant

Location: Edinburgh

Salary:GBP28k – GBP35k

About the role

Due to continued growth our client, a growing organisation in the space sector, are looking to strengthen their finance team and bring in the addition of an assistant accountant to assist with day to day operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately maintain day–to–day financial transactions and bookkeeping records
• Bank reconciliations
• Support month end close – journal and ledger adjustments
• Preparation of VAT Returns
• Assist with monthly management accounts preparation

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of accounting and bookeeping
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, Odoo or similar)
• Strong excel Skills
• Familiarity with UK VAT Regulations and HMRC submissions
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

About Alexander Associates

For more than 30 years, Alexander Associates has been committed to recruiting top talent within the engineering sector. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or maternity/paternity.