Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a growing independent accountancy practice in Edinburgh to recruit a Senior Accountant.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm that prides itself on strong client relationships, innovative use of cloud-based technology, and a culture of continuous improvement. The business supports a varied portfolio of SME clients across sectors, delivering high-quality compliance and advisory services.
The Role
As a Senior Accountant, you will take ownership of a designated portfolio of clients, acting as their primary point of contact and ensuring they receive timely, accurate, and value-adding support. Alongside core compliance work, you'll also play a key role in building relationships, spotting opportunities, and contributing to the firm's growth.
Day-to-day, you will:
* Prepare year-end accounts for clients using IRIS
* Prepare corporation tax returns and self-assessment tax returns (for company directors and tax-only clients)
* Review annual accounts prepared by peers and VAT returns where required
* Act as client manager, ensuring prompt query responses, profitable job completion, and agreed timescales are met
* Conduct pre year-end and post year-end meetings/calls with clients
* Review client pricing annually and agree on fees for additional work
* Prepare management accounts and attend client meetings where possible
* Maintain Xero certification and leverage add-on apps and EPOS systems
* Ensure compliance with AML reporting for your client group
* Drive a culture of continuous improvement across your portfolio
* Support with other ad hoc tasks as directed by the firm's directors
About You
We're looking for someone who enjoys working closely with clients, thrives on variety, and brings a proactive, problem-solving approach.
You'll ideally be:
* Professionally qualified (ACCA/ICAS/ACA), part-qualified or qualified by experience within practice
* Experienced in preparing accounts, corporation tax, and self-assessment returns
* Confident in managing client relationships and delivering a high standard of service
* Familiar with cloud accounting software (Xero certification essential)
* Organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing a varied workload
* Commercially aware, with the ability to spot opportunities to add value to clients
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary, dependent on experience
* Hybrid working model with flexibility around office/home balance
* Supportive and collaborative culture with a focus on continuous improvement
* Opportunity to work with a broad and interesting portfolio of clients
* Ongoing training and professional development, including cloud software certifications
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