Accounts Assistant

Location: Edinburgh

Salary: Competitive + Full Study Support / Training Contract

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a business in Glasgow in the recruitment of an Accounts Assistant to join their growing finance team in Glasgow.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to build a long-term career in accounting. This business is offering a full training contract and study support for the right individual, making this an ideal role for someone seeking to progress towards a professional accounting qualification.

The Role

Working closely with experienced Finance Managers, you'll take responsibility for a portfolio of project companies and gain exposure to a broad range of finance activities, including:

Purchase ledger and supplier management

Sales ledger administration and credit control

Cashbook maintenance and treasury activities

Loan and debt administration

Assisting with management accounts preparation

Accruals, prepayments and journal postings

VAT and CIS returns

Supporting year-end audit processes

Company secretarial administration and board meeting support

Ad hoc finance and project-based work

About You

We're keen to hear from individuals who are

Looking to pursue a professional accounting qualification through a training contract

Studying towards AAT, ACCA, CIMA or ICAS (or planning to start)

Organised, detail-oriented and eager to learn

Strong communicators with a proactive approach

Comfortable working with finance systems and Excel

Looking for a role that offers genuine career progression

What's on Offer?

Full study support and training contract for the right candidate

Exposure to a wide variety of finance and accounting responsibilities

Opportunity to work alongside experienced finance professionals

Long-term career development within a growing business

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

If you're looking for a role that will provide a strong foundation for a successful accounting career while working in a highly regarded and growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

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