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. 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. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: