<p data-end="547" data-start="410">Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a growing independent accountancy practice in Edinburgh to recruit a <strong data-start="526" data-end="544">Senior Accountant. </strong></p><p data-start="549" data-end="878">This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm that prides itself on strong client relationships, innovative use of cloud-based technology, and a culture of continuous improvement. The business supports a varied portfolio of SME clients across sectors, delivering high-quality compliance and advisory services.</p><h3 data-end="897" data-start="885">The Role</h3><p data-end="1247" data-start="898">As a Senior Accountant, you will take ownership of a designated portfolio of clients, acting as their primary point of contact and ensuring they receive timely, accurate, and value-adding support. Alongside core compliance work, you'll also play a key role in building relationships, spotting opportunities, and contributing to the firm's growth.</p><p data-start="1249" data-end="1272">Day-to-day, you will:</p><ul data-start="1273" data-end="2177"><li data-end="1354" data-start="1273"><p data-end="1354" data-start="1275">Prepare year-end accounts for clients using IRIS</p></li><li data-start="1355" data-end="1467"><p data-start="1357" data-end="1467">Prepare corporation tax returns and self-assessment tax returns (for company directors and tax-only clients)</p></li><li data-start="1468" data-end="1543"><p data-end="1543" data-start="1470">Review annual accounts prepared by peers and VAT returns where required</p></li><li data-end="1660" data-start="1544"><p data-start="1546" data-end="1660">Act as client manager, ensuring prompt query responses, profitable job completion, and agreed timescales are met</p></li><li data-end="1731" data-start="1661"><p data-start="1663" data-end="1731">Conduct pre year-end and post year-end meetings/calls with clients</p></li><li data-start="1732" data-end="1804"><p data-end="1804" data-start="1734">Review client pricing annually and agree on fees for additional work</p></li><li data-start="1805" data-end="1878"><p data-start="1807" data-end="1878">Prepare management accounts and attend client meetings where possible</p></li><li data-start="1879" data-end="1974"><p data-end="1974" data-start="1881">Maintain Xero certification and leverage add-on apps and EPOS systems</p></li><li data-end="2037" data-start="1975"><p data-end="2037" data-start="1977">Ensure compliance with AML reporting for your client group</p></li><li data-end="2105" data-start="2038"><p data-start="2040" data-end="2105">Drive a culture of continuous improvement across your portfolio</p></li><li data-start="2106" data-end="2177"><p data-start="2108" data-end="2177">Support with other ad hoc tasks as directed by the firm's directors</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2184" data-end="2197">About You</h3><p data-end="2336" data-start="2198">We're looking for someone who enjoys working closely with clients, thrives on variety, and brings a proactive, problem-solving approach.</p><p data-end="2358" data-start="2338">You'll ideally be:</p><ul data-end="2919" data-start="2359"><li data-end="2446" data-start="2359"><p data-end="2446" data-start="2361">Professionally qualified (ACCA/ICAS/ACA), part-qualified or qualified by experience within practice</p></li><li data-start="2447" data-end="2530"><p data-start="2449" data-end="2530">Experienced in preparing accounts, corporation tax, and self-assessment returns</p></li><li data-start="2531" data-end="2619"><p data-start="2533" data-end="2619">Confident in managing client relationships and delivering a high standard of service</p></li><li data-start="2620" data-end="2757"><p data-start="2622" data-end="2757">Familiar with cloud accounting software (Xero certification essential)</p></li><li data-start="2758" data-end="2832"><p data-end="2832" data-start="2760">Organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing a varied workload</p></li><li data-end="2919" data-start="2833"><p data-end="2919" data-start="2835">Commercially aware, with the ability to spot opportunities to add value to clients</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2945" data-start="2926">What's on Offer</h3><ul data-end="3307" data-start="2946"><li data-end="2993" data-start="2946"><p data-start="2948" data-end="2993">Competitive salary, dependent on experience</p></li><li data-end="3062" data-start="2994"><p data-end="3062" data-start="2996">Hybrid working model with flexibility around office/home balance</p></li><li data-start="3063" data-end="3142"><p data-start="3065" data-end="3142">Supportive and collaborative culture with a focus on continuous improvement</p></li><li data-start="3143" data-end="3216"><p data-start="3145" data-end="3216">Opportunity to work with a broad and interesting portfolio of clients</p></li><li data-start="3217" data-end="3307"><p data-start="3219" data-end="3307">Ongoing training and professional development, including cloud software certifications</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uODU0NjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="415" data-end="557">Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a leading Financial Services business in Perth to recruit a <strong data-start="522" data-end="554">Business Development Trainee</strong>.</p><p data-end="925" data-start="559">This is an exciting opportunity to join a global organisation that combines the scale and reach of a multinational with the personal feel of a people-first, employee-owned culture. The business has enjoyed consistent growth in recent years and continues to invest in its teams, with a strong emphasis on professional development, inclusion, and career progression.</p><h3 data-end="939" data-start="927">The Role</h3><p data-end="1300" data-start="940">As a Business Development Trainee, you'll join a supportive and high-performing team where you will learn how to identify and engage with potential clients, map the local market, and act as a brand ambassador. This is a varied and interactive role with plenty of scope to build your skills in communication, relationship management, and commercial awareness.</p><p data-end="1325" data-start="1302">Day-to-day, you will:</p><ul data-start="1326" data-end="1720"><li data-start="1326" data-end="1391"><p data-start="1328" data-end="1391">Carry out outbound and inbound calls to clients and prospects</p></li><li data-start="1392" data-end="1477"><p data-end="1477" data-start="1394">Support the team in identifying new business opportunities through market mapping</p></li><li data-end="1570" data-start="1478"><p data-start="1480" data-end="1570">Build and maintain relationships with both internal colleagues and external stakeholders</p></li><li data-end="1618" data-start="1571"><p data-start="1573" data-end="1618">Keep accurate and up-to-date client records</p></li><li data-start="1619" data-end="1720"><p data-start="1621" data-end="1720">Manage your workload effectively, prioritising tasks and supporting ad hoc projects and campaigns</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1735" data-start="1722">About You</h3><p data-start="1736" data-end="1972">This role is entry level and would suit a recent graduate, school leaver, or someone looking to start their career in a professional environment. Above all, we're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, motivated, and eager to learn.</p><p data-start="1974" data-end="1986">You'll be:</p><ul data-start="1987" data-end="2316"><li data-start="1987" data-end="2040"><p data-end="2040" data-start="1989">A confident communicator, both written and verbal</p></li><li data-end="2107" data-start="2041"><p data-start="2043" data-end="2107">Comfortable speaking on the phone with a wide range of clients</p></li><li data-start="2108" data-end="2153"><p data-end="2153" data-start="2110">Organised with strong attention to detail</p></li><li data-end="2213" data-start="2154"><p data-end="2213" data-start="2156">Able to manage and prioritise your workload effectively</p></li><li data-end="2273" data-start="2214"><p data-start="2216" data-end="2273">IT literate and confident with common software packages</p></li><li data-end="2316" data-start="2274"><p data-start="2276" data-end="2316">Positive, driven, and open to feedback</p></li></ul><p data-end="2483" data-start="2318">Previous experience in sales, customer service, or target-driven roles would be an advantage but is <strong data-end="2435" data-start="2418">not essential</strong> - full training and support will be provided.</p><h3 data-end="2504" data-start="2485">What's on Offer</h3><ul data-end="2950" data-start="2505"><li data-start="2505" data-end="2590"><p data-start="2507" data-end="2590"><strong data-end="2556" data-start="2507">Comprehensive training and career development</strong> with clear pathways to progress</p></li><li data-end="2677" data-start="2591"><p data-end="2677" data-start="2593"><strong data-end="2615" data-start="2593">Competitive salary</strong> plus monthly performance-related bonus</p></li><li data-end="2765" data-start="2678"><p data-end="2765" data-start="2680"><strong data-start="2680" data-end="2714">Flexible, people-first culture</strong> - supportive of life outside of work when needed</p></li><li data-start="2766" data-end="2835"><p data-end="2835" data-start="2768">9-5 working hours with <strong data-start="2791" data-end="2815">early finish Fridays</strong> (no weekend work)</p></li><li data-start="2836" data-end="2883"><p data-end="2883" data-start="2838">Pension contributions and holiday allowance</p></li><li data-end="2950" data-start="2884"><p data-end="2950" data-start="2886">A welcoming, enthusiastic team with regular events and socials</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uMDU2MjMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-known company within the Financial Services sector with offices located in Perth, Scotland. This company emphasises the importance of inclusion and continuous growth through focus on the people. The company has seen growth throughout the last years, and are looking to continue to add to their current team in Scotland.</p><p>This Business Development trainee role will sit within an established team and you will be market mapping, as well as engaging with future clients in the local area, acting as an advocate for the business and its offering. This role will involve communication via phone, email, and other relevant methods, while keeping up to date records.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities </strong>will include but not be limited to:</p><ul><li>Outbound and inbound calls</li><li>Liaise with the team</li><li>Market mapping to identify new business opportunities</li><li>Building relationships with both external and internal stakeholders</li><li>Administrative duties: updating the client records and information on other activities</li><li>Manage your own workload and prioritise tasks</li><li>Involvement in projects and campaigns</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><p>This is an entry level position, and would suit a recent graduate, a school leaver or someone looking to secure their first role within a professional environment with excellent potential for development, growth, and promotion opportunities. To be successful in this role, you will be:</p><ul><li>an excellent communicator (verbal and written)</li><li>confident in your delivery, especially over the phone with varied clientele</li><li>competent with common IT software</li><li>able to accurately update information and analyse data; have a high attention to detail</li><li>able to prioritise your tasks & day effectively</li><li>a driven individual, with positive attitude and keen to learn</li></ul><p>Previous experience in sales environment, target driven roles, and/or customer service roles would be beneficial but not essential.</p><p><strong>On offer</strong></p><ul><li>Comprehensive training and development</li><li>Opportunities to grow and advance in your career within the business</li><li>Holiday allowance & Pension contributions</li><li>Welcoming, enthusiastic, and fun team: regular team events and activities, and a supportive culture</li><li>Compensation from £22,000 - £25,000 per annum, which consists of a base salary & monthly bonus (bonus calculated based on performance against targets)</li></ul><p>Working hours are 9-5 and an early finish on Friday, no weekend work. This role is based on-site in Perth, Scotland, and the current team works from the office. Occasional working from home/flexibility is available when required & can be discussed with line managers - sometimes life happens, and the business is supportive of making things work.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uMzkzMzMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="521" data-start="65">We're looking for a skilled and motivated <strong>Junior </strong><strong data-end="125" data-start="107">Java Developer</strong> to join my clients' team and play a key role in enhancing and evolving their core <strong data-end="213" data-start="198">YMS product</strong> as well as centrally deployed <strong data-end="272" data-start="248">RESTful web services</strong> built with <strong data-start="284" data-end="295">Quarkus</strong>. <br /><br />This is a hands-on role offering exposure across the full development lifecycle-from requirements analysis and design through to development, deployment, and providing 2nd-tier technical support to our US-based support team.</p><p data-start="523" data-end="730">You'll work in a collaborative environment that blends <strong data-end="598" data-start="578">pair programming</strong> with <strong data-end="631" data-start="604">independent development</strong>, making this an excellent opportunity to grow your expertise and take on new technical challenges.</p><h3 data-end="765" data-start="737"><strong data-start="741" data-end="765">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-start="766" data-end="1194"><li data-start="766" data-end="824"><p data-end="824" data-start="768">Enhance and develop features for my clients' core product.</p></li><li data-start="825" data-end="883"><p data-start="827" data-end="883">Build and maintain RESTful web services using Quarkus.</p></li><li data-end="970" data-start="884"><p data-start="886" data-end="970">Participate in requirements gathering, design discussions, and technical planning.</p></li><li data-start="971" data-end="1037"><p data-end="1037" data-start="973">Contribute to development, testing, and deployment activities.</p></li><li data-start="1038" data-end="1113"><p data-end="1113" data-start="1040">Provide second-tier technical support to the US Technical Support team.</p></li><li data-end="1194" data-start="1114"><p data-start="1116" data-end="1194">Collaborate closely with teammates using pair programming and agile practices.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1201" data-end="1237"><strong data-end="1237" data-start="1205">Required Skills & Experience</strong></h3><ul data-start="1238" data-end="1460"><li data-end="1280" data-start="1238"><p data-end="1280" data-start="1240">Strong <strong data-end="1258" data-start="1247">Java SE</strong> development skills.</p></li><li data-end="1362" data-start="1281"><p data-end="1362" data-start="1283">Solid understanding of <strong data-end="1348" data-start="1306">Object-Oriented Design and Development</strong> principles.</p></li><li data-end="1423" data-start="1363"><p data-start="1365" data-end="1423">Experience with <strong data-end="1390" data-start="1381">JUnit</strong> or similar testing frameworks.</p></li><li data-end="1460" data-start="1424"><p data-start="1426" data-end="1460">Good working knowledge of <strong data-start="1452" data-end="1459">SQL</strong>.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1467" data-end="1492"><strong data-start="1471" data-end="1492">Beneficial Skills</strong></h3><ul data-start="1493" data-end="1868"><li data-start="1493" data-end="1531"><p data-start="1495" data-end="1531">Experience with <strong data-start="1511" data-end="1528">IntelliJ IDEA</strong>.</p></li><li data-start="1532" data-end="1573"><p data-start="1534" data-end="1573">Knowledge of <strong data-end="1554" data-start="1547">Git</strong> version control.</p></li><li data-start="1574" data-end="1605"><p data-end="1605" data-start="1576">Exposure to <strong data-end="1602" data-start="1588">Java EE 8+</strong>.</p></li><li data-end="1646" data-start="1606"><p data-end="1646" data-start="1608">Some experience with <strong data-start="1629" data-end="1643">Java Swing</strong>.</p></li><li data-start="1647" data-end="1694"><p data-end="1694" data-start="1649">Comfort working in a <strong data-start="1670" data-end="1679">Linux</strong> environment.</p></li><li data-start="1695" data-end="1753"><p data-start="1697" data-end="1753">Familiarity with <strong data-start="1714" data-end="1723">jMock</strong> or other mocking libraries.</p></li><li data-start="1754" data-end="1833"><p data-end="1833" data-start="1756">Experience with <strong data-end="1802" data-start="1772">WildFly Application Server</strong>, <strong data-end="1815" data-start="1804">Quarkus</strong>, or <strong data-start="1820" data-end="1830">Docker</strong>.</p></li><li data-start="1834" data-end="1868"><p data-start="1836" data-end="1868">Understanding of <strong data-start="1853" data-end="1867">PostgreSQL</strong>.</p></li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary/package:</strong></p><ul><li>£28,000-£32,000 DOE</li><li>Remote working as standard - proximity to Edinburgh desirable to engage in work socials/meet ups etc.</li><li>6% matched pension scheme</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um9yeS5LaXJrbWFuLjkxNTQ5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
