Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting a role of Assistant Accountant based in Edinburgh. The role will be working for a business that has experienced a strong period of growth over the last 12 months and is taking on additional projects making it an exciting time to join the Finance Team as future growth is likely to create longer term career opportunities.

Typical duties and responsibilities of the Assistant Accountant will include:

  • Assisting with the operation of effective financial systems within the organisation.
  • Monitor income and expenditure against budgets, on a monthly basis and investigate significant variances.
  • Assist with the production of monthly management accounts.
  • Provide support to the Finance Leads, Director of Finance as required.

    • To be considered for this position we are looking for candidates with the following:

  • Previous experience within Accounts
  • Competent communicator
  • Quick learner
  • IT literate, specifically in relation to excel
  • Ability to prioritise tasks in a busy office

    • In return the successful Assistant Accountant will receive the following:

  • £30,000-35,000 salary
  • On the job training
  • Potential for progression

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