At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage finance activities and support experienced Finance Managers in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Growing finance team in a supportive and collaborative business.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full study support, and training contract for career progression.
- Why this job: Kickstart your accounting career with hands-on experience and professional qualification support.
- Qualifications: Studying towards AAT, ACCA, CIMA or ICAS; organised and eager to learn.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
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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