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Payroll Administrator
  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 35000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p data-end="346" data-start="206">Robert Half is delighted to supporting a growing global business with the recruitment of a <strong data-start="275" data-end="300">Payroll Administrator</strong> to join their Edinburgh-based finance team.</p><p data-end="565" data-start="348">This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of global payroll operations, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time, while maintaining compliance with statutory requirements across multiple countries.</p><p data-start="567" data-end="594"><strong data-start="567" data-end="592">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-end="1146" data-start="595"><li data-end="709" data-start="595"><p data-end="709" data-start="597">Process payroll for multiple regions each pay period, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local legislation.</p></li><li data-end="805" data-start="710"><p data-end="805" data-start="712">Maintain payroll systems and records, including statutory reporting and year-end processes.</p></li><li data-end="886" data-start="806"><p data-end="886" data-start="808">Liaise with HMRC, pension providers, and other statutory bodies as required.</p></li><li data-end="989" data-start="887"><p data-start="889" data-end="989">Collaborate with the wider Finance team to complete reconciliations and ensure accurate reporting.</p></li><li data-start="990" data-end="1062"><p data-end="1062" data-start="992">Manage payroll-related queries from employees and external agencies.</p></li><li data-end="1146" data-start="1063"><p data-end="1146" data-start="1065">Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll databases and supporting spreadsheets.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1164" data-start="1148"><strong data-end="1162" data-start="1148">About You:</strong></p><ul data-end="1746" data-start="1165"><li data-end="1246" data-start="1165"><p data-end="1246" data-start="1167">3+ years' experience in a payroll role covering end-to-end payroll processes.</p></li><li data-end="1346" data-start="1247"><p data-end="1346" data-start="1249">Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines.</p></li><li data-end="1420" data-start="1347"><p data-start="1349" data-end="1420">Confident communicator with a proactive and problem-solving approach.</p></li><li data-end="1545" data-start="1421"><p data-end="1545" data-start="1423">Strong IT skills, including advanced MS Office; knowledge of Sage Line 50 or other payroll/finance systems advantageous.</p></li><li data-start="1546" data-end="1616"><p data-start="1548" data-end="1616">Knowledge of wider finance functions desirable, but not essential.</p></li><li data-end="1688" data-start="1617"><p data-end="1688" data-start="1619">Fluency in English required; additional languages highly desirable.</p></li><li data-start="1689" data-end="1746"><p data-start="1691" data-end="1746">Must have the legal right to live and work in the UK.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1770" data-start="1748"><strong data-start="1748" data-end="1768">What's on Offer:</strong></p><ul data-end="1960" data-start="1771"><li data-start="1771" data-end="1815"><p data-start="1773" data-end="1815">Competitive salary and benefits package.</p></li><li data-end="1853" data-start="1816"><p data-start="1818" data-end="1853">Hybrid working from Edinburgh HQ.</p></li><li data-start="1816" data-end="1853"><p data-start="1818" data-end="1853">Opportunity to work in a dynamic, multinational environment with exposure to global payroll processes.</p></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/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uNzMzNzEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2025-09-05T10:43:12Z
Finance Manager
  • Glasgow, Glasgow
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half are supporting an exciting organisation based in Glasgow city centre to recruit a new <strong>Finance Manager</strong>. This is a full-time, permanent position well suited to a qualified accountant making their first move into industry. </p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>In this role, you will work closely with the Group Financial Controller, contributing to the Finance Operations Team by leveraging technology to optimise processes and enhance efficiency. The position combines traditional accounting responsibilities with a strong focus on driving transformational change within the Finance Operations function. As part of the Senior Finance Team, which includes the CFO, Group Financial Controller, and two Finance Managers, this role places a strong emphasis on adopting a technology-driven approach to create innovative solutions. There is significant scope for professional growth as the operational improvements introduced by the successful candidate take effect.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities </strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the Finance Operations function and lead a team of 6-8 individuals, providing guidance and support to ensure they achieve both personal and organisational objectives.</li><li>Drive innovation and process improvement within the team by implementing automation tools and leveraging AI to enhance efficiency and minimise manual processes. Collaborate with external advisors to optimise performance and reporting capabilities using the organisation's financial system (e.g., NetSuite).</li><li>Contribute to and support complex cross-departmental projects to align finance goals with broader business objectives. For instance, play a key role in launching a supplier portal for a network of over 6,000 suppliers.</li><li>Assist in preparing monthly consolidated group financial statements in compliance with IFRS (or other relevant standards), while also supporting the Finance Manager.</li><li>Facilitate month-end and year-end close processes, including managing inter-company reconciliations and eliminations, while maintaining strong controls around financial reporting and accounting timelines.</li><li>Oversee group payroll activities in partnership with external payroll providers and the internal People/HR team.</li><li>Provide support throughout the group audit processes by working closely with external auditors and preparing required audit documentation.</li><li>Ensure compliance with trade regulations and statutory requirements across the group.</li><li>Take ownership of group VAT reporting across all entities.</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting processes by leveraging expertise in areas such as margins, transactional cash flow timing, and foreign exchange considerations.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Qualifications and Experience </strong></p><ul><li>ICAS, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification</li><li>2-3 years post qualification experience</li><li>People management - preferably transactional teams</li><li>Previous exposure to system implementation or experience using automation tools</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary </strong></p><p>£55,000-£65,000 DOE</p><p>This role is based in Glasgow city centre with hybrid working in place. Requirement of 3 days in office per week. </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/Q29ubm9yLk5vcnJpcy4yNzIzMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2025-07-29T10:38:23Z
Accounts Payable Assistant
  • Leith, Edinburgh
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 26000 - 32000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>I'm currently partnered with a key client based in Leith going through a digitisation transformation. This has created a requirement for someone to come in and support as an Accounts Payable Assistant, initially on a temporary basis but the organisation has a track record of keeping good talent for the long term.</p><p>Hybrid working (2 days in office)</p><p>Based in Leith</p><p>Salary £26-32k DOE</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li data-start="173" data-end="474"><p data-start="175" data-end="189"><strong data-end="189" data-start="175">Data Entry</strong></p><ul data-start="192" data-end="474"><li data-end="316" data-start="192"><p data-end="316" data-start="194">Enter invoice details accurately into the finance system (invoice numbers, dates, amounts, VAT codes, supplier details).</p></li><li data-start="319" data-end="403"><p data-start="321" data-end="403">Ensure accuracy of figures and cross-check against purchase orders or approvals.</p></li><li data-start="406" data-end="474"><p data-start="408" data-end="474">Maintain up-to-date records of processed invoices in the system.</p></li></ul></li><li data-start="476" data-end="758"><p data-start="478" data-end="500"><strong data-end="500" data-start="478">Mailbox Management</strong></p><ul data-start="503" data-end="758"><li data-end="557" data-start="503"><p data-start="505" data-end="557">Monitor the shared Accounts Payable mailbox daily.</p></li><li data-start="560" data-end="636"><p data-start="562" data-end="636">Sort and prioritise incoming invoices, statements, and supplier queries.</p></li><li data-end="694" data-start="639"><p data-end="694" data-start="641">Redirect non-AP emails to the relevant departments.</p></li><li data-start="697" data-end="758"><p data-start="699" data-end="758">Flag urgent items for senior team members when necessary.</p></li></ul></li><li data-end="1104" data-start="760"><p data-start="762" data-end="793"><strong data-end="793" data-start="762">Invoice Coding &amp; Processing</strong></p><ul data-start="796" data-end="1104"><li data-start="796" data-end="877"><p data-start="798" data-end="877">Allocate correct general ledger (GL) codes and cost centres for all invoices.</p></li><li data-end="950" data-start="880"><p data-end="950" data-start="882">Match invoices with purchase orders and receipts where applicable.</p></li><li data-start="953" data-end="1022"><p data-end="1022" data-start="955">Forward non-PO invoices for approval in line with company policy.</p></li><li data-end="1104" data-start="1025"><p data-start="1027" data-end="1104">Identify and escalate discrepancies to the AP team lead or finance manager.</p></li></ul></li><li data-end="1362" data-start="1106"><p data-end="1127" data-start="1108"><strong data-end="1127" data-start="1108">General Support</strong></p><ul data-end="1362" data-start="1130"><li data-start="1130" data-end="1209"><p data-end="1209" data-start="1132">Keep digital and physical invoice files organised for audit trail purposes.</p></li><li data-start="1212" data-end="1291"><p data-end="1291" data-start="1214">Assist with month-end closing by ensuring all invoices are entered on time.</p></li><li data-start="1294" data-end="1362"><p data-end="1362" data-start="1296">Support the wider AP team with ad hoc admin and reporting tasks.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Previous administration experience in essential, particularly in a finance department</li><li>Experience in an Accounts Payable role would be advantageous </li><li>Proactive, self-starter with excellent attention to detail</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><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/RGFycmVuLkJveWxlLjgyODMxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2025-08-26T13:59:22Z
Accounts Assistant
  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh
  • remote
  • Contract
  • 28000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
  • <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">
  • 2025-07-31T14:22:44Z
Accounts Assistant
  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 35000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is delighted to be working with a growing independent accountancy firm in Edinburgh who look to add a new Accounts Assistant to their tight knit team.</p><p>As an Accounts Assistant, you'll play a key supporting role within the client services team, helping to deliver accurate and timely financial information. You'll assist with core compliance tasks, contribute to the smooth running of client accounts, and gain exposure to a wide range of accounting processes.</p><p>You'll work closely with senior team members and have the opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.</p><p>Suitable applicants must have prior experience of working within an accountancy practice setting. </p><p><strong>Day-to-day responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Assisting in the preparation of year-end accounts using IRIS</p></li><li><p>Supporting the completion of corporation tax and self-assessment returns</p></li><li><p>Preparing VAT returns and reviewing data for accuracy</p></li><li><p>Responding to client queries in a timely and professional manner</p></li><li><p>Assisting with bookkeeping and management accounts preparation</p></li><li><p>Maintaining Xero certification and supporting clients with cloud software queries</p></li><li><p>Ensuring compliance with AML procedures under supervision</p></li><li><p>Contributing to internal process improvements and team initiatives</p></li><li><p>Supporting ad hoc tasks and projects as directed by senior staff or directors</p></li></ul><strong>About You</strong><br><p>We're looking for someone who's enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and eager to grow within a practice environment. You'll enjoy working with clients and colleagues alike, and bring a proactive, can-do attitude to your work.</p><p><strong>You'll ideally be:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Part-qualified (ACCA/ICAS/ACA), studying, or qualified by experience</p></li><li><p>Familiar with preparing accounts and tax returns within a practice setting (essential)</p></li><li><p>Comfortable using cloud accounting software (Xero experience preferred)</p></li><li><p>Organised and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently</p></li><li><p>A good communicator with a client-focused mindset</p></li><li><p>Keen to learn and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement</p></li></ul><strong>What's on Offer</strong><br><ul><li><p>Competitive salary between £35,000 - £40,000 per annum, dependent on experience</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working model with flexibility around office/home balance</p></li><li><p>Supportive and inclusive team culture</p></li><li><p>Exposure to a varied and interesting client base</p></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/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uOTkzNTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2025-09-10T09:19:29Z