Bookkeeper - Edinburgh | Mentorship & Xero/Sage Training

EQ Accountants, part of the Sumer Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

EQ Accountants, part of the Sumer Group in Edinburgh, is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage a portfolio of clients, notably in agriculture. You’ll process A/R and A/P, perform bank reconciliations, prepare VAT returns, and set up client software.

The role emphasizes teamwork, on‑the‑job learning, and training on Xero and Sage, with a supportive environment and clear progression paths within our Business Outsourcing department.

Qualifications

• Proven experience handling bookkeeping services for a portfolio of clients (agriculture client experience desired but not essential).
• On-the-job learning with internal training; familiarity with Xero/SAGE desirable.
• Good numerical skills and strong communication with clients via phone, Teams or email.
• Team player who shares knowledge and meets tight deadlines in a collaborative environment.
• Comfortable with change and excited to work in a dynamic setting.

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

Communication skills

Team player

Adaptability

Tools

Xero

SAGE

Job description

EQ Accountants, part of the Sumer Group in Edinburgh, is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage a portfolio of clients, notably in agriculture. You’ll process A/R and A/P, perform bank reconciliations, prepare VAT returns, and set up client software.

The role emphasizes teamwork, on‑the‑job learning, and training on Xero and Sage, with a supportive environment and clear progression paths within our Business Outsourcing department.