Accounts & Business Advisory Associate / Senior

Adaptive Careers; Perth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Perth is seeking an Accounts & Business Advisory Associate to support clients and improve financial processes. Ideal candidates should be studying towards AAT / ACCA / ACA / CA / ICAS and have a proactive attitude. Full study support and real career progression opportunities are available. This role is perfect for those looking to grow in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Full study support

Mentorship and exam coaching

Birthday leave

Professional subscriptions paid

Wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Some experience in practice preferred.
• Genuine interest in helping businesses succeed.
• Desire to keep learning and grow.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual statutory accounts and support clients.
• Improve clients' financial processes with practical advice.
• Handle communications with HMRC and manage VAT tasks.
• Take ownership of parts of client portfolios.
• Collaborate with managers to build skills.
• Contribute to a positive, team-driven culture.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Studying towards AAT / ACCA / ACA / CA / ICAS

Job description

Job Title - Accounts & Business Advisory Associate / Senior

Location: Perth, Scotland

Salary: £28,000 £35,000 (DOE)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Study Support: Yes

We are currently recruiting for an Accounts and Business Advisory Associate for our clients office based in Perth.

Whether you’re part‑qualified or newly qualified (AAT / ACCA / ACA / CA / ICAS), this is a brilliant opportunity to grow with a leading SME accountancy and business advisory firm.

We’re looking for an Accounts & Business Advisory Associate to join a growing team in Perth. You’ll gain hands‑on experience across a wide variety of clients, enjoy full study support and be part of a business that genuinely values your development.

What you’ll be doing

• Preparing annual statutory accounts and supporting clients with day‑to‑day accounting
• Helping clients improve their financial processes and offering practical advice
• Communicating with HMRC and handling VAT or payroll tasks where needed
• Taking early ownership of parts of client portfolios with guidance from senior colleagues
• Collaborating with supportive managers and mentors to build your technical and soft skills
• Working towards chargeable time and utilisation goals while contributing to a positive, team‑driven culture

What we’re looking for

• You’re studying towards (or have recently completed) AAT / ACCA / ACA / CA / ICAS
• You have some experience and exposure within practice – maybe you’re ready for more responsibility
• You have a genuine interest in helping businesses succeed and a proactive, can‑do attitude
• You possess strong attention to detail, good communication skills and a desire to keep learning

What’s in it for you

• Full study support paid study leave, mentorship and exam coaching
• Real career progression within a supportive local office that’s part of a national network
• Birthday leave, professional subscriptions paid, and a range of benefits focused on wellbeing

If you’re looking for a place where your ideas matter and your career can flourish, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch for a chat.

Please note that sponsorship is not available with this role. Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.