Accounts & Business Advisory Senior – Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time | Accounts & Business Advisory Senior
Industry: Chartered Accountancy / Business Advisory
Salary: £31,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience and qualifications)
About the Role
We’re representing a leading Top 10 accountancy practice with a strong UK and international presence and an excellent reputation within the SME market. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an Accounts & Business Advisory Senior to join their Edinburgh office. This role offers increasing portfolio ownership, client-facing responsibility, and a clear pathway toward management within a supportive and progressive advisory team.
Key Responsibilities
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Take increasing ownership of a client portfolio with support from senior management.
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Produce and review more complex annual statutory accounts, providing best-practice recommendations for partner review.
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Support clients from an accounting and business advisory perspective.
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Begin developing long-term, trusted client relationships.
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Mentor and support junior team members, acting as a day-to-day point of contact.
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Work both autonomously and collaboratively within the wider team.
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Maintain high levels of communication with clients, managers, and colleagues.
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Manage chargeable time budgets and work towards utilisation targets.
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Accurately complete timesheets with clear narration of work undertaken.
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Assist with the fee process and contribute to revenue and profitability targets.
Ideal Candidate Profile
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ACA / ACCA / CA newly qualified (or equivalent).
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Proven experience in a similar role within an accountancy practice.
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Strong technical knowledge of statutory accounts preparation.
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Confident communicator with experience supporting and advising clients.
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Proactive mindset with an interest in developing people and client management skills.
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Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Competitive salary of £31,000 – £40,000 depending on experience
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Hybrid and flexible working options
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Birthday leave
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Paid professional subscriptions
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Ongoing mentorship from senior management
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Clear progression pathway toward Assistant Manager and Manager roles
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Supportive, people-focused firm culture
For more information please contact the recruiter below:
Carly Dunn
Divisional Talent Manager
T: 07706 309606
E: carly@supreme-ss.com