Accounts Assistant Edinburgh

Whitelaw Wells; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm of chartered accountants in Edinburgh is seeking an enthusiastic accountant to join their team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop client management skills while preparing annual accounts and tax returns. With a hybrid working model in place and study support for ACCA and ICAS qualifications, this is a great opportunity for those looking to further their career in accountancy.

Benefits

Study support for ACCA and ICAS qualifications

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience preferred.
• Experience in client management and bookkeeping is essential.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks and Xero is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual and management accounts.
• Complete company tax and VAT returns.
• Manage various workflows and client interactions.

Skills

Client management

Book-keeping

Knowledge of QuickBooks

Knowledge of Xero

Education

Working towards accountancy qualification

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 seeking a new challenge. At least two years’ experience is preferred.

This is a non-audit role. Your responsibilities will 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 simultaneously and be confident in dealing directly with clients.

As your experience builds, you may be given your own portfolio of clients to manage, if this aligns with your preferences.

Whitelaw Wells operates a hybrid working approach of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home for full-time staff. Core hours are 10 am to 4 pm, with flexibility to start earlier or later according to your preference.

We also offer study support for ACCA and ICAS qualifications.

Knowledge of QuickBooks and Xero is preferred but not essential.