Accounting Specialist

2 weeks ago


Midlothian, United Kingdom GMP RECRUITMENT LIMITED Full time
Accounting Support Role

GMP Recruitment is proud to partner with a successful organisation in central Edinburgh, providing accounting services to various industries in the local area.

We are supporting their recruitment for an experienced Bookkeeper to join their team on a full-time, permanent contract. This company offers security, stability, and great career progression opportunities.

The salary on offer is up to £32K, pending relevant experience. An immediate start is available for the successful candidate.

To be considered, we are looking for a candidate with an AAT qualification and at least 2-3 years of bookkeeping experience.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Data entry: recording financial transactions and balancing accounts
  • Bank reconciliations: cross-referencing accounts against bank statements and other source documents to confirm accuracy
  • Monthly reporting: summarising the business's financial position
  • Accounts receivable and payable
  • End of year reporting: assisting with annual profit and loss and balance sheet reports
  • Business strategy: creating budgets and forecasting, and advising on how to improve the business
  • Journal entries
  • Ensuring accurate VAT coding and account allocation
  • Updating and maintaining procedural documentation via Xero and Xero add-ons
Required Skills and Experience:
  • Minimum of 3 years of bookkeeping experience
  • AAT certified or working towards a professional accounting diploma
  • Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills

If this role sounds suitable for you, or you require more information, please click apply or contact GMP Recruitment directly.

GMP Recruitment is recruiting for this role on behalf of their client and is acting as a Recruitment Agency.



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