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Senior Accountant – Edinburgh (Build & Lead New Office)
Salary: £50,000 + Benefits
Location: Edinburgh – Hybrid/Office-based
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Recruiter-led Opportunity – Confidential Practice
Build your own client base. Lead a new regional office. Shape your path to partnership.
We’re working with a highly respected accountancy firm expanding into Edinburgh. With only a small number of basic existing accounts, they’re now seeking a commercially minded Senior Accountant to establish and grow the Scottish office, with a clear route to future partnership for the right candidate.
The Opportunity:
This is a career-defining role for an entrepreneurial accountant who thrives on autonomy, enjoys winning business, and is ready to step into a leadership role.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Developing new client relationships and growing a local portfolio
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Delivering hands-on accounting, tax, and advisory services
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Representing the firm locally, acting as the senior point of contact
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Liaising with the wider practice team and support functions in England
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Shaping operational and strategic decisions in the Edinburgh office
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Working towards future equity or partnership based on performance and growth
You Will Bring:
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ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification
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Solid practice experience across accounting, tax, and advisory
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Confidence in business development and client acquisition
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Strong relationship management and communication skills
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Entrepreneurial drive and a hands-on approach
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Ambition for long-term leadership and ownership
What’s on Offer:
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£50,000 base salary
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Hybrid working and flexibility
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Support from an experienced and collaborative HQ team
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Opportunity to build and lead a regional office
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Clear route to partnership for the right candidate
Apply Confidentially
This is a confidential opportunity managed exclusively by our recruitment team. If you’re a qualified accountant looking to lead, grow, and eventually own part of a practice, we’d love to hear from you
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