Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a growing and forward-thinking property management business in Edinburgh to recruit a Senior Accounts Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of key financial processes, work closely with the Chief Operating Officer, and play a central role in supporting the business's continued growth and success.
This is an expanding business with a collaborative and supportive culture, committed to strengthening its finance function. The company is seeking a hands-on Senior Accounts Assistant to help maintain and improve systems and controls while providing critical financial insight to the leadership team.
As Senior Accounts Assistant you will be responsible for maintaining and improving accounting systems, ensuring the accuracy of financial data, and supporting both operational and statutory reporting. This is a varied and hands-on role, offering the chance to get involved across all areas of finance and make a tangible impact on the business.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure the integrity of financial data.
2. Manage bank receipts, reconciliations, and credit card expenditure.
3. Prepare client fees, credit notes, and nominal ledger journals.
4. Perform month-end accruals, prepayments, and reporting, ensuring trial balance accuracy.
5. Prepare VAT returns and balance sheet reconciliations.
6. Produce insightful month-end reports on fees, recharges, and aged debtors for each department.
7. Analyse expense claims and support financial controls.
8. Assist with accounting system administration, including monthly and year-end processes.
9. Contribute to team projects and ad hoc tasks as required.
About You
10. Proven experience in an accounts or finance team role, ideally within a similar environment.
11. Strong technical knowledge of accounting processes, VAT, reconciliations, and reporting.
12. Experience with accounting systems (Sage 200 experience beneficial, but not essential).
13. Analytical, detail-oriented, and committed to accuracy.
14. Collaborative, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
15. Professional qualifications are advantageous but not essential; relevant experience is key.
Why Join This Business?
16. Take ownership of a hands-on, varied role in a growing finance function.
17. Work closely with the Chief Operating Officer and influence financial decision-making.
18. Join a collaborative and supportive team in a forward-thinking business.
19. Competitive salary between £35,000 + £40,000 and benefits, with opportunities to shape and develop the role.
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.