Search are supporting the recruitment of a Trust Accountant to join our client's Edinburgh office with hybrid working. If you're experienced in trust accounting and looking to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, you would be encouraged to apply.

Your responsibilities will include:
* Preparing and coordinating accounts for trusts, executries, and charities.
* Auditing, editing and comparing various types of trust accounts.
* Determining correct opening balances and gathering necessary information for account preparation.
* Reconciling Trust cash accounting and the investment register.
* Collaborating with Tax team to establish tax retentions and reconcile Trust tax position.
* Working closely with legal/tax teams, external investment managers, and tax advisors.
* Providing additional administrative support for larger trust and charity clients.
* Ensuring financial and business awareness to deliver cost-effective and efficient services.

Skills and experience that will benefit your application:
* Knowledge of legal accountancy, particularly in relation to trusts and executries.
* Demonstrable communication skills, able to effectively engage clients and colleagues.
* Experience using Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel.
* Proactive approach.
* Experience in a similar role within professional services environment.
* High level of discretion and confidentiality.

What's in it for you:
* A salary up to 45k, depending on experience.
* Hybrid working options.
* Development and progression opportunities.
* Comprehensive benefits scheme.

If you'd like to apply or find out more, please submit your CV at the earliest opportunity and/or get in touch at (url removed).

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

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