EQ Accountants, part of the Sumer Group
Bookkeeper
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Department: Business Outsourcing
Location: Edinburgh
Description
At EQ Accountants, part of the Sumer Group (one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy practices), we know our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re not just colleagues – we’re a community. Our ethos, With You, means when our team thrives, our clients do too. We’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow professionally and personally, with access to mentorship, learning opportunities, and a clear path for progression.
We're looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to look after a portfolio of clients, particularly within the agriculture sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Process accounts payable and receivable for a portfolio of clients
- Complete bank reconciliations with accuracy and efficiency
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns
- Setting up client software for clients wishing to undertake their own bookkeeping
- Providing helpful training to clients on using Xero & SAGE
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Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Proven experience handling bookkeeping services for a portfolio of clients (agriculture client experience desired but not essential)
- You will be eager to learn as we provide on the job learning with internal training provided, although knowledge of bookkeeping software such as Xero & SAGE would be desirable
- Have good numerical skills and excellent communication skills to talk with clients over the phone, on MS Teams or over email
- Be a team player and thrive in a collaborative environment, willing to share knowledge, support colleagues and be happy to work as part of a team to meet tight deadlines
- Be comfortable with change and excited by the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment
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