Bookkeeper | Edinburgh | Growth, Training & Client Portfolio

EQ Accountants, part of the Sumer Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

EQ Accountants, part of the Sumer Group, is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper in Edinburgh to manage a portfolio of clients, with emphasis on agriculture. You will handle AP/AR, bank reconciliations, VAT submissions, and client software setup, while training clients in Xero and SAGE.

We value numeracy, strong communication, and teamwork to thrive in a collaborative, changing environment, with opportunities for professional growth and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Proven experience handling bookkeeping services for a portfolio of clients (agriculture client experience desired but not essential).
• Knowledge of Xero and SAGE desirable.
• Good numerical skills and excellent communication with clients by phone, MS Teams or email.
• Team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and meets tight deadlines.
• Comfortable with change and excited to work in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable for a portfolio of clients
• Complete bank reconciliations with accuracy and efficiency
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Setting up client software for clients wishing to undertake their own bookkeeping
• Providing helpful training to clients on using Xero & SAGE

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Numerical skills

Client communication

Team player

Adaptability

Tools

Xero

SAGE

Job description

EQ Accountants, part of the Sumer Group, is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper in Edinburgh to manage a portfolio of clients, with emphasis on agriculture. You will handle AP/AR, bank reconciliations, VAT submissions, and client software setup, while training clients in Xero and SAGE.

We value numeracy, strong communication, and teamwork to thrive in a collaborative, changing environment, with opportunities for professional growth and mentorship.