<p>Job Title: Finance Manager</p><p>Location: Edinburgh City Centre</p><p>Employment Type: Full-Time</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Manager to join our clients team in the heart of Edinburgh.</p><p>This full-time role is ideal for a finance professional with strong ledger management and reconciliation experience, who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to maintaining financial accuracy and compliance.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and process sales and purchase ledger transactions with precision and timeliness.</li><li>Perform regular bank postings and reconciliations, ensuring accuracy across all accounts.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of trial balances to support financial reporting.</li><li>Support the production of monthly management accounts, working closely with senior finance staff.</li><li>Liaise effectively with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve financial queries.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal financial procedures and controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in a similar finance role, ideally within a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Strong understanding of ledger management, reconciliations, and trial balance preparation.</li><li>Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.</li><li>Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q29ubm9yLk5vcnJpcy40MTUyNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-start="1704" data-end="1847"><strong data-start="1704" data-end="1713">Role:</strong> Fractional CFO<br data-start="1728" / data-end="1731"> <strong data-end="1744" data-start="1731">Location:</strong> Alloa (Hybrid - min. 1 day/week in-office)<br data-start="1787" / data-end="1790"> <strong data-end="1803" data-start="1790">Contract:</strong> 3-6 months | Day rate | Start August 2025<br /><strong>Daily Rate Negotiable </strong><br />The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications and/or training.</p><p data-end="2206" data-start="1849"><strong data-end="1875" data-start="1849">About the Organisation<br /></strong><br data-end="1878" / data-start="1875">Robert Half are pleased to be working in partnership with a <strong data-start="1903" data-end="1939">Community Interest Company (CIC)</strong> delivering homeowner services across Scotland. With a reputation built on trust and transparency, they've had <strong data-start="2050" data-end="2077">zero complaints to date</strong>, and they're now entering a period of strategic growth - planning to scale turnover from <strong data-end="2183" data-start="2167">£1.5m to £5m</strong> over the next 2 years.</p><p data-start="2208" data-end="2458">This is an opportunity to contribute as a <strong data-start="2250" data-end="2268">Fractional CFO</strong> during a pivotal transformation phase, supporting the CEO and team in professionalising finance, improving systems, and ensuring the business is ready for long-term growth and reinvestment.</p><p data-end="2484" data-start="2460"><strong data-end="2484" data-start="2460">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-end="2977" data-start="2485"><li data-start="2485" data-end="2563"><p data-start="2487" data-end="2563">Provide <strong data-end="2561" data-start="2495">financial oversight, performance insight, and cashflow control</strong></p></li><li data-end="2659" data-start="2564"><p data-start="2566" data-end="2659">Review and reshape current <strong data-start="2593" data-end="2611">billing cycles</strong>, especially for seasonal challenges (May/Jan)</p></li><li data-start="2660" data-end="2741"><p data-start="2662" data-end="2741">Partner with the CEO and external accountant to support <strong data-end="2739" data-start="2718">quarterly reviews</strong></p></li><li data-start="2742" data-end="2802"><p data-start="2744" data-end="2802">Oversee roll-out of <strong data-start="2764" data-end="2800">Xero across the finance function</strong></p></li><li data-end="2895" data-start="2803"><p data-start="2805" data-end="2895">Support the integration of a new <strong data-end="2865" data-start="2838">homeowner tech platform</strong>, including AI functionality</p></li><li data-start="2896" data-end="2977"><p data-end="2977" data-start="2898">Advise on strategy, reporting, and financial structure as the business scales<br /><br /></p></li></ul><p data-start="2979" data-end="3005"><strong data-end="3005" data-start="2979">What We're Looking For</strong></p><ul data-start="3006" data-end="3447"><li data-start="3006" data-end="3105"><p data-end="3105" data-start="3008">Experience as a <strong data-start="3024" data-end="3056">CFO or senior finance leader</strong>, ideally within CICs, SMEs, or service sectors</p></li><li data-end="3170" data-start="3106"><p data-end="3170" data-start="3108">Track record of supporting <strong data-start="3135" data-end="3168">growth, exits, or refinancing</strong></p></li><li data-start="3171" data-end="3278"><p data-end="3278" data-start="3173">Commercially minded with a willingness to <strong data-start="3215" data-end="3258">ask questions, challenge constructively</strong>, and get hands-on</p></li><li data-end="3363" data-start="3279"><p data-end="3363" data-start="3281">Confident communicator, comfortable working across finance and operational teams</p></li><li data-start="3364" data-end="3447"><p data-end="3447" data-start="3366">Available for <strong data-end="3401" data-start="3380">1-2 days per week</strong>, including regular in-office presence (Alloa)<br /><br /></p></li></ul><p data-end="3608" data-start="3449">This is a <strong data-start="3459" data-end="3486">high-impact opportunity</strong> to help shape the future of a values-led business making a real difference to homeowners and communities across Scotland.</p><p> <br />If you are interested in learning more, please contact Ailidh van Wyk on 0131 240 3704, or send your CV to apply. </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay45Nzc2Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h3>Job description</h3><br><p>Robert Half are partnering with a leading organisation going through a period of development to recruit an experienced Finance Assistant on a full-time basis in Edinburgh city centre. This is initially a contract with a high potential of going permanent.</p><p>Please note this role is hybrid with a minimum of 3 days a week in office. </p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking to recruit a finance assistant with at least 2 years experience covering general bookkeeping tasks. key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Manage the Finance email inbox</li><li>Review and process credit card expenditures.</li><li>Handle purchase ledger transactions efficiently.</li><li>Facilitate the approval and processing of employee expense reimbursements.</li><li>Enter project costs into the system.</li><li>Prepare proposed payment schedules for suppliers.</li><li>Support the preparation of fee invoices and issuance of VAT receipts.</li><li>Ensure data is entered promptly and with accuracy.</li><li>Print and file necessary reports for record-keeping purposes.</li><li>Gather and analyse additional data as required.</li><li>Provide assistance to the Finance team as needed.</li><li>Keep senior leadership team updated on any pertinent issues or concerns.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>2+ years as a finance assistant/ accounts assistant/bookkeeper </li><li>Xero experience</li><li>Confident communicator </li><li>Willing to help in all areas of finance </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary - £28,000 - £35,000</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><br><br><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2F0aHJ5bi5TbWl0aC4wNDAxNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p> </p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a energy infrastructure developer looking to appoint an Interim Financial Controller to support with the key financial insights and supporting growth plans, M&A, and capital raising alongside the CFO. The role will be hybrid and could convert over into a long term appointment.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li data-start="120" data-end="243"><p data-start="122" data-end="243">Building strong, effective working relationships with the Project Leads, Board of Directors, and Investment Partner</p></li><li data-start="244" data-end="348"><p data-start="246" data-end="348">Delivering clear, insightful financial analysis and commentary to inform stakeholder decision-making</p></li><li data-end="500" data-start="349"><p data-start="351" data-end="500">Ensuring full compliance with the Investment Partnership framework, as well as all Companies Act, VAT, Corporation Tax, and regulatory requirements</p></li><li data-start="501" data-end="568"><p data-start="503" data-end="568">Leading, mentoring, and developing a small team of junior staff</p></li><li data-end="685" data-start="569"><p data-end="685" data-start="571">Staying up to date with technical developments and maintaining expertise across all areas of financial reporting</p></li><li data-start="686" data-end="807"><p data-end="807" data-start="688">Overseeing the proper procurement and authorisation of financial commitments, in line with agreed approval thresholds</p></li><li data-end="908" data-start="808"><p data-end="908" data-start="810">Preparing the annual Development Expenditure Budget and managing any subsequent budget revisions</p></li><li data-start="909" data-end="1020"><p data-end="1020" data-start="911">Producing quarterly forecasts for Development Expenditure and submitting Development Loan drawdown requests</p></li><li data-start="1021" data-end="1159"><p data-end="1159" data-start="1023">Creating Actual vs Budget expenditure reports, with supporting analysis and commentary for the board presentations</p></li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS etc)</li><li>Project finance experience within an infrastructure environment is essential</li></ul><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGFycmVuLkJveWxlLjYxMjI3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
