Accounts Associate

Associate – Accounts & Business Advisory

Edinburgh, Scotland
Full-time, Permanent (37.5 hours per week)
 

Overview

We are currently recruiting for an Accounts & Business Advisory Associate to join our clients Edinburgh team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accountant to develop their technical skills within a supportive, collaborative environment while gaining exposure to a varied client base.

About The Role

As an Associate, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of accounting and advisory services to clients. You will work as part of a friendly and dynamic team, contributing to both compliance and day-to-day client support activities while progressing through your professional qualifications.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Prepare annual statutory accounts for a range of clients
• Assist with the production of management accounts
• Complete and submit VAT returns
• Carry out bookkeeping and transaction processing
• Work extensively with cloud-based accounting software (Xero)
• Support clients with day-to-day accounting queries
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across the team
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with relevant standards

About You

• Currently studying ACCA (or equivalent), with study support required
• Previous experience in an accounts or practice environment
• Strong working knowledge of Xero and cloud accounting tools
• High attention to detail and good organisational skills
• A collaborative team player with a proactive and positive attitude
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn

What’s on Offer

• Study support package
• Exposure to a wide range of clients and industries
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Clear pathway for career progression within the firm
• Flexible and modern working environment

Career Development

This role offers a clear progression path, with opportunities to:

• Develop technical accounting expertise
• Build client-facing experience
• Progress into a Senior role as qualifications and experience grow

Please note that this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Candidates must therefore have existing eligibility to work in the UK.