Assistant Accountant

Search Consultancy; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Assistant Accountant in Edinburgh. In this role, you will process financial transactions, support month-end accounts, and improve finance systems. The ideal candidate has experience in a finance function, AAT qualification, and strong Excel skills. A salary of £29,000 to £33,000 plus benefits is offered.

Benefits

Personal development reviews

Staff discounts

Social events

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a finance function.
• AAT Accounting qualification desirable.
• Strong Excel skills and knowledge of Accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase ledger invoices and reconcile supplier statements.
• Handle banking tasks, reconciliations and merchant reports.
• Support month-end processes including journals, accruals and reconciliations.

Skills

Finance function experience

AAT Accounting qualification

Strong Excel skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Search are supporting the recruitment of an Assistant Accountant to join our client's team in Edinburgh's city centre. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience across all aspects of the finance function within a dynamic environment with a supportive team.

Within the role, you'll play a key part in processing financial transactions, supporting month‑end accounts and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Additionally, you'll work closely with the Head of Finance and collaborate across the business to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Process purchase ledger invoices and reconcile supplier statements
• Handle banking tasks, reconciliations and merchant reports
• Post and reconcile daily revenue, investigating discrepancies
• Support month‑end processes including journals, accruals and reconciliations
• Assist with management accounts preparation and audit
• Generate internal reports and maintain service level agreements
• Contribute to improvements in finance systems and processes

Skills and experience

• Demonstrable experience in a finance function
• AAT Accounting qualification desirable
• Strong Excel skills and knowledge of Accounting software
• Attention to detail and organisation skills
• Excellent communication skills, comfortable engaging internal & external stakeholders

What's in it for you

• Salary between £29,000 and £33,000, depending on experience
• Personal development reviews and opportunities to expand your skills
• Staff discounts, social events & a range of benefits
• Opportunity to work in a friendly, passionate team

To apply or find out more, please submit your CV at the earliest opportunity and/or get in touch at [e-mail].

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.