Accounts Semi Senior

Crowe Watson Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for an Accounts Semi Senior on behalf of a highly respected Top 10 firm of Chartered Accountants in Edinburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and ambitious individual to join a forward-thinking team offering flexible working arrangements, a competitive company pension scheme, and a wide range of additional benefits. The firm has an excellent reputation for its commitment to employee development, work-life balance, and high-quality client service.

As an Accounts Semi Senior, you will play a key role within the Accounts and Business Services team, working with a varied portfolio of clients including SMEs, owner-managed businesses, and larger corporate entities. You will be involved in the preparation of statutory accounts, management accounts, VAT returns, and bookkeeping, while gaining exposure to complex and interesting work. This role provides genuine scope for career progression with structured support and ongoing training provided to help you achieve your professional goals.

At Crowe Watson, we pride ourselves on our honest and dedicated approach to recruitment. We work closely with leading accountancy firms across the UK and are passionate about helping candidates find roles that suit both their skills and aspirations. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of year-end accounts for a range of clients
• Preparation of management accounts and VAT returns
• Liaising with clients and maintaining strong working relationships
• Assisting with training and mentoring junior team members
• Working closely with Managers and Partners on client projects

Requirements

• AAT qualified or studying towards ACA/ACCA (or equivalent)
• Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail and time management
• Competent using accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)