Accounts Assistant
Salary £ 28,287 per annum
Edinburgh
Vacancy listed 02/03/2026
Application deadline 20/03/2026
Details
Foundation Scotland is an independent charity that provides funding to charities, social enterprises and community organisations. We do this on behalf of over 400 individuals, charitable trusts and companies.

Foundation Scotland is on a growth trajectory. The Board are committed to supporting this growth and have set aside funds for investment in technology and systems improvement. We use SunSytems for accounting and budgeting and have interfaces to our Grantmaking and Donor Database [Salesforce] and invoices and expenses system [ExpenseIn]

This role will take on responsibility for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the accounting data in SunSystems and SalesForce predominantly through the use of interface tools. There is still a small degree of manual processing, however the post holder, working with finance and accounting colleagues, will be encouraged to explore new ways to streamline tasks and automate processes further.

This is an exciting role for someone who thrives on continuous improvement and optimizing IT to provide accurate and timeous financial information alongside excellent customer care. In return, Foundation Scotland offers a range of benefits including: 35 days annual leave, training opportunities, flexible working opportunities, employer pension contributions and a progressive pay system with benchmarked annual increases.

More detail about the role and experience required is available in the job description/person specification can be found here.  
 
Once you have read this, you can apply here. Please attach a CV and detailed covering letter, outlining how you meet the criteria set out in the job description/person specification.

Closing date for applications: Friday 20th March at 5pm. Interviews will be held on Friday 27th March in person in Edinburgh.

The Finance team is based in Edinburgh but are currently working remotely. 

If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact jane@foundationscotland.org.uk 
  
Benefits

A progressive pay system with benchmarked annual increases
Life Assurance at 3 times annual salary
Defined contribution scheme with 7% Employer’s contribution
35 days annual leave [including bank holidays)
2 days equivalent paid volunteering
Training and development opportunities
Working pattern flexibility and homeworking
Employee Assistance Plan