Part Qualified Accountant

Cameron Clarke Associates; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established accountancy firm in Edinburgh is seeking a Part Qualified Accountant. You will prepare year-end accounts, assist with VAT returns, and work collaboratively with clients across various sectors. The role offers a salary range of £28,000 to £35,000, a choice of working location, and the opportunity to work from home one day per week after probation. A friendly and supportive working environment is guaranteed.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20 Days plus Bank Holidays

Opportunity to work from home 1 day/week after probation

Qualifications

• Part-qualified ACA or ACCA, qualified by experience.
• Strong ability to prepare Limited Company, Partnership, and Sole Trader accounts.
• Experience assisting with VAT returns and management accounts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for a variety of clients.
• Assist in the preparation and review of VAT returns.
• Work with a range of clients across multiple sectors.
• Collaborate with colleagues for accurate financial reporting.

Skills

Preparation of Limited Company accounts

Preparation of Partnership accounts

Preparation of Sole Trader accounts

Assisting with VAT returns

Knowledge of Xero accounting

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

Part-qualified ACA or ACCA

Tools

Xero

Job description

Part Qualified Accountant | Duns or South Queensferry | Full Time | £28,000 to £35,000 DOE

Our client is a well-established accountancy firm supporting a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses across a wide range of sectors. They offer a friendly, professional working environment where you’ll gain valuable hands‑on experience and develop your career within a supportive team.

Are you the right person for the job?

• Part-qualified ACA or ACCA, qualified by experience
• Strong ability to prepare Limited Company, Partnership, and Sole Trader accounts from both computerised and manual bookkeeping sources
• Experience assisting with VAT returns and management accounts
• Knowledge of Xero accounting software would be an advantage
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills

What will your role look like?

• Prepare year‑end accounts for a variety of clients, including limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
• Assist in the preparation and review of VAT returns and management accounts
• Work with a range of clients across multiple sectors, gaining broad and valuable experience
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting

What can you expect in return?

• Competitive salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Choice of location – Duns or South Queensferry office
• 20 Days plus Bank Holidays
• Office-based role (9 am–5 pm, 4 or 5 days per week)
• Opportunity to work from home 1 day per week after a successful probationary period
• Exposure to a wide variety of clients and industries, supporting professional growth and development

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