Assistant Accountant

Exciting and Varied Finance Job, Edinburgh, £25,000 - £32,000

Your new company
Hays is exclusively partnered with a dynamic SME and professional services organisation based across multiple countries. Their vision is to deliver service which goes above and beyond current industry standards. In order to exceed these high expectations within the organisation, the client is seeking a finance professional to be based in the Edinburgh office on a permanent basis.

Your new role
As the sole finance individual on-site, reporting to 2 company Directors and corresponding with counterparts abroad, you will be responsible for the accounts from data inputting to monthly Management Accounts. This will include managing Accounts Payable and Receivable, bank reconciliations, carrying out Credit Control, producing forecasts and maintaining the P&L and balance sheet. Further to this you will prepare and process Payroll for 30-50 individuals. Throughout these tasks, you will be in communication with suppliers and contractors, providing advice and information to ensure high quality service and understanding.

What you'll need to succeed
You will have experience of an all-round accounting position carrying out similar responsibilities. You will have proven success working autonomously and the ability to multi-task. Your success will be determined by your organisation and communication skills. A sociable and entrepreneurial business, your personal attributes will correspond with those of the company. An AAT qualification is desirable or studying towards other professional qualifications such as ACCA and CIMA.

What you'll get in return
A generous salary of between £25,000 and £32,000 is being offered depending on the experience of the successful candidate. Further to this, you will gain a competitive pension, annual bonus and take part in incentives with exciting rewards. Given the nature of the business, you will work within a sociable and welcoming environment within a rare position which offers immense variety.

What you need to do now
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