Career In Accountancy And Tax With McKilligan Financial
A chance to help rural businesses thrive (while you do too)
We’re a forward-looking, “let’s do things differently” type of team. Jargon-free when we’re together and with our clients, we say it like it is. And we advise our rural small business clients in this way so they can be their best.
At McKilligan Financial, we want people to work with us who want to give their best, and we’ll support you in being the best too.
Working With McKilligan Financial
What’s on offer?
McKilligan Financial is a respected, rural business supporter in the North East of Scotland, and we want the best for everyone we work for and with.
Close client working relationships
No rigid rungs of a corporate ladder
A voice in how we do things
Support and mentoring
“McKilligan Financial is a great team to be part of. There’s a really supportive culture where no question feels silly, and everyone is always happy to help out and get involved when needed.
The team works closely together, and it genuinely feels like everyone is on the same playing field. We’re all working toward the same goals and supporting each other along the way.
In our individual roles, we are well supported and encouraged to keep learning and developing. Everyone is given the opportunity, space, and guidance to grow, build confidence, and develop their skills.”
Natalie
Assistant Client Manager
“What I value most about working at McKilligan Financial is the culture. It’s an open and honest team where everyone respects each other and no one sees themselves as above anyone else. No matter the task, there’s always someone willing to help, which creates a really supportive and collaborative environment.
We’re encouraged to speak in the client’s language, not jargon, which helps us build genuine relationships based on trust. That approach makes a real difference, both for our clients and for us as a team. There’s also real opportunity to develop as individuals and progress our careers. You’re supported every step of the way and gain a huge amount of hands-on experience, which makes it an incredibly rewarding place to work.”
Lisa
Client Manager
McKilligan Financial Values
What we’re all about
Since 2020 we’ve grown a lot. But one thing has never changed as we’ve added to our team, and that’s about giving the family focused personal touch that is so valued by our clients.
We like to talk about “speaking our client’s language”. And what that really means is:
Having no fuss, honest conversations and support that actually makes a difference to both our client’s business and the people themselves
Being committed to being our best by keeping our eyes and ears open to what’s really going on for small rural family businesses
Ensuring our knowledge is fresh and current with on-the-job and external training and qualifications
Offering advice that is genuinely what’s right for the life of the business (as well as what is accounting and tax compliant)
Working with integrity and authenticity — for our clients, and for each other
Learning And Development
Opportunities to grow and develop
We’re committed to being a workplace that learns every day, informally and formally. Being the best we can be for our clients means we need to be constantly improving and developing our knowledge and skills.
So, no matter what role you have in the team, and at what stage of your accountancy and tax career you are at, McKilligan Financial will support you with training and opportunities to grow.
In the past few years, our team have:
Been part of ICAS/RGU Graduate Apprenticeships
Studied for and passed ICAS exams to become Chartered Accountants
Worked towards Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) qualifications
And our fully qualified members of the team act as mentors for all.
Current Vacancies
Grow with us
Speculative applications throughout the year are most welcome. We don’t always advertise our roles, and some of our current team have joined us just by approaching us!
If working with McKilligan Financial is just what you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you.
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