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- Edinburgh, Edinburgh
- remote
- Contract
- 40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
- <h1 class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" dir="auto" data-start="0" data-section-id="1dwjugg" data-end="51">Bookkeeper / Finance Manager - 3-6 Month Contract</h1><p data-end="301" data-start="53" dir="auto"><strong data-start="53" data-end="66">Location:</strong> Edinburgh / Glasgow<br data-end="89" data-start="86" /> <strong data-start="89" data-end="100">Salary:</strong> £40,000-£45,000 salary equivalent<br data-end="137" data-start="134" /> <strong data-start="137" data-end="150">Contract:</strong> 3-6 months initially, with potential for a permanent position<br / data-end="215" data-start="212"> <strong data-start="215" data-end="225">Start:</strong> ASAP<br data-start="230" data-end="233" /> <strong data-start="233" data-end="253">Working pattern:</strong> Flexible depending on location and requirements</p><p dir="auto" data-start="303" data-end="492">Robert Half Management Resources is working exclusively with a <strong data-end="412" data-start="366">small, privately owned investment business</strong> with interests across commercial property, capital projects and private equity.</p><p data-end="694" data-start="494" dir="auto">They are looking for an experienced <strong data-start="530" data-end="562">Bookkeeper / Finance Manager</strong> to provide hands-on support across the finance function and take ownership of a range of day-to-day and monthly finance activities.</p><h3 data-start="696" dir="auto" data-end="708" data-section-id="ixx92j">The Role</h3><p data-end="874" dir="auto" data-start="710">This is a varied position suited to someone who enjoys working in a smaller environment where they can take ownership and have visibility across the wider business.</p><p data-end="906" data-start="876" dir="auto">Responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-end="1628" data-start="908"><li data-start="908" data-end="952" data-section-id="1q7j94e">Managing day-to-day bookkeeping activities</li><li data-start="953" data-section-id="1juw2ff" data-end="1028">Preparing and supporting <strong data-end="1028" data-start="980">monthly management reporting and board packs</strong></li><li data-start="1029" data-end="1072" data-section-id="7e2own">Processing invoices and supplier payments</li><li data-section-id="1tekidv" data-end="1132" data-start="1073">Managing bank reconciliations and general ledger activity</li><li data-end="1197" data-section-id="wk2kyx" data-start="1133">Supporting <strong data-start="1146" data-end="1165">monthly payroll</strong> for a small number of employees</li><li data-start="1198" data-section-id="12b3nd3" data-end="1284">Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring transactions are correctly coded</li><li data-end="1333" data-section-id="1kook7t" data-start="1285">Supporting the preparation of monthly accounts</li><li data-section-id="1sdtsmf" data-end="1385" data-start="1334">Working with <strong data-end="1357" data-start="1349">Xero</strong> across the finance function</li><li data-section-id="uspqqv" data-end="1467" data-start="1386">Providing finance support across a number of business interests and investments</li><li data-start="1468" data-end="1530" data-section-id="m0xsve">Identifying opportunities to improve processes and reporting</li><li data-start="1531" data-end="1628" data-section-id="18sxemd">Working closely with senior stakeholders and providing ad hoc financial information as required</li></ul><h3 dir="auto" data-start="1630" data-end="1643" data-section-id="hodw2w">About You</h3><p data-end="1772" data-start="1645" dir="auto">We're looking for someone who is comfortable being <strong data-end="1708" data-start="1696">hands-on</strong>, but who can also take ownership of the wider finance function.</p><p data-end="1796" data-start="1774" dir="auto">You will ideally have:</p><ul data-start="1798" data-end="2310"><li data-section-id="1opdted" data-end="1855" data-start="1798">Strong bookkeeping and/or finance management experience</li><li data-start="1856" data-end="1915" data-section-id="sputsj">Experience producing management information and reporting</li><li data-section-id="1sua9hv" data-end="1989" data-start="1916">Good understanding of reconciliations, payments and month-end processes</li><li data-section-id="5w3cdw" data-end="2016" data-start="1990">Experience with <strong data-start="2008" data-end="2016">Xero</strong></li><li data-start="2017" data-end="2101" data-section-id="fdixg8">Ideally AAT qualified, although equivalent practical experience will be considered</li><li data-end="2161" data-section-id="ywlo9e" data-start="2102">Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills</li><li data-section-id="gy4ec8" data-end="2231" data-start="2162">The confidence to work independently in a small finance environment</li><li data-section-id="1cnm6n2" data-end="2310" data-start="2232">Strong communication skills and the ability to work with senior stakeholders</li></ul><p data-end="2461" data-start="2312" dir="auto">This is an opportunity to join a <strong data-start="2345" data-end="2381">small, well-established business</strong> where you will have genuine variety and visibility across the finance function.</p><p data-end="2628" data-start="2463" dir="auto" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><strong data-start="2463" data-end="2628" data-is-last-node="">If you're immediately available and interested in discussing the opportunity, please contact Ailidh van Wyk at Robert Half Management Resources on 0131 240 3704.</strong></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/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay40Mjk3Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-09-25T09:35:59Z
- Glasgow, Glasgow
- remote
- Permanent
- 45000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
- <p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half is seeking a commercially minded Commercial Management Accountant to join a growing Finance function within a business in Glasgow.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is a broad role offering exposure to both the financial and operational sides of the organisation. The successful candidate will take ownership of a range of month-end, reporting and financial control activities, while working closely with colleagues across the wider business to understand performance, manage costs and support informed decision-making.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The role would suit an ambitious accountant who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and is keen to develop their commercial understanding. As the organisation continues to grow and evolve, there will be opportunities to broaden your responsibilities, contribute to improvements within the Finance function and progress your career.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Take ownership of the monthly reporting process for a number of areas of the business, ensuring management information is delivered accurately and on schedule.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Complete regular balance sheet reviews and reconciliations, investigating and resolving any discrepancies and ensuring supporting records are maintained.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Assist with the organisation's indirect and direct tax requirements, including VAT submissions and supporting wider corporation tax activity.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Monitor balances between group entities and ensure intercompany transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Support the year-end close process by preparing schedules, providing information for audit and assisting with statutory reporting requirements.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Maintain forward-looking cash flow information, helping the business understand upcoming funding and liquidity requirements.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Work alongside budget holders to track financial performance, investigate variances and contribute to ongoing forecasting activity.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Prepare and record payroll-related journals, ensuring costs are appropriately allocated between projects and overhead functions.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Build effective relationships with operational, procurement, commercial, production and supply chain colleagues, providing financial analysis and insight where required.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Maintain accurate records of capital expenditure and fixed assets, including the calculation and recording of depreciation.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Take responsibility for month-end adjustments including accruals, prepayments, lease accounting and related journals.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Assist with reporting across multiple currencies, including monitoring foreign exchange movements and processing intercompany recharges.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Compile financial information required for grant applications and claims, working with relevant external organisations as necessary.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Act as a key finance contact for external auditors and professional advisers, supporting work relating to audit, taxation, transfer pricing and other financial matters.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Look for opportunities to strengthen existing processes, improve the quality of management information and enhance financial controls.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Provide additional support to the senior Finance team and assist with wider projects and ad hoc requirements as the business develops.</p><h3>Preferred Knowledge / Skills / Experience</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Part-qualified or recently qualified accountant, ideally studying towards or qualified through ACCA, CIMA or ICAS, with approximately 3-5 years' relevant management accounting experience.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Strong understanding of month-end accounting, budgeting, forecasting and analysing financial performance.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Comfortable working with established ERP/accounting platforms. Experience with systems such as Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle or similar would be advantageous.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Experience within an international or multi-entity organisation would be beneficial.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Previous exposure to stock, inventory accounting or a manufacturing environment would be advantageous.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">· Confident communicating financial information to colleagues outside of Finance and building effective relationships across the business.</p><p>· Strong analytical ability with a methodical approach and high level of accuracy.</p><p>Salary for this role will sit in a range of £45,000 - £50,000 + benefits </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/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uMjk5NzIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-11-05T13:48:42Z