Accounts Assistant Edinburgh

Whitelaw Wells; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic, hard-working, and people-focused individual to join our well-established firm.

Established in the 19th century, Whitelaw Wells has an enviable reputation as one of Scotland’s leading independent firms of chartered accountants and business advisers, blending traditional values with a modern approach. Our office is located in the city centre of Edinburgh.

We are looking for an accountant who is working towards their accountancy qualification and is looking for a new challenge. At least two years’ experience is preferred.

This is a non-audit role. Your responsibilities would include:

1. Annual accounts
2. Management accounts
3. Book-keeping
4. Company tax returns
5. VAT returns

You will be required to manage various workflows at the same time and be confident in dealing directly with clients.

As your experience builds, you can be given your own portfolio of clients to manage if this is what your preference would be.

Whitelaw Wells operates a hybrid approach of working, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home for full-time members of staff. Core hours are 10 am to 4 pm, so you can start earlier or later if you like. We will also consider part-time staff for this role.

We also offer study support for ACCA and ICAS.

Knowledge of Quickbooks and Xero preferred but not essential.