Accounts Assistant — Cloud Accounting, Flexible Hours

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

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.