Accounts Assistant - Central Scotland

W&A is supporting a well-established organisation based in Stirling to appoint an Accounts Assistant. This is an office-based opportunity at their headquarters, ideal for a part-qualified or early-career finance professional who wants to build strong technical foundations while working alongside experienced finance leaders.

The Opportunity

This is far more than a transactional role. You’ll support the Assistant Accountant and Financial Controllers across core accounting processes, gaining valuable exposure to month-end, compliance and reporting. It’s an excellent platform for someone studying (or planning to study) AAT, ACCA or CIMA who is ready to step up and broaden their experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare daily bank reconciliations
• Support weekly cashflow forecasting
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations
• Post monthly journals
• Maintain the fixed asset ledger and process depreciation
• Carry out monthly ledger reconciliations
• Prepare and submit monthly CIS returns
• Raise and post sales ledger invoices, resolving unallocated cash
• Verify bank details ahead of weekly payment runs
• Collate information for PSA submissions
• Prepare monthly inter-sector settlements
• Assist with quarterly VAT returns
• Support accruals, prepayments and audit requirements
• Contribute to ad hoc finance projects as needed

About You

• Experience within a finance function, ideally in an Accounts Assistant or similar role
• Studying towards (or keen to begin) a recognised accounting qualification, or qualified by experience
• Solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and core accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive, organised approach
• Confident using Excel and finance systems
• A positive team player who is eager to learn and develop

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned to experience
• Study support (where applicable)
• Broad exposure to month-end and statutory processes
• Supportive, professional team environment
• Clear scope for progression as you develop

Why This Role?

• Accelerate your development in a structured finance team
• Gain hands-on experience across a wide accounting remit
• Work closely with experienced finance professionals
• Build a strong platform for long-term career progression

To learn more or apply, please contact Laura Buchanan Owen at laura@wilkinsonandassociates.co.uk for a private and confidential discussion. Alternatively, submit your CV and we’ll be in touch. Due to high volumes, only successful candidates will be contacted.