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Finance Manager

Grangemouth, Falkirk
remote
Contract
55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Finance Manager (12-Month Contract - Maternity Cover)Location: Central Belt (Site-based with up to 1 day per week working from home) Salary: Circa £65,000 (depending on experience), can be considered on day rate Start Date: August / September 2026We're recruiting for an experienced Finance Manager to join a leading manufacturing business on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave.Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially focused finance professional who enjoys business partnering, financial planning, and driving performance through insightful analysis.The OpportunityAs a key member of the finance team, you'll provide high-quality financial reporting, forecasting, and commercial insight to support operational and strategic decision-making.You'll act as the lead finance contact for all revenue-related activities, taking ownership of forecasting, reporting, and performance analysis while partnering closely with commercial, operational, and finance stakeholders. The role also offers exposure to international collaboration, working alongside the international Corporate Finance team to support consolidated reporting across the wider business.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead the annual budgeting process, latest outlooks, and monthly forecasting activities.</li><li>Deliver meaningful financial reporting, variance analysis, and performance insights to senior stakeholders.</li><li>Present financial results, forecasts, and business performance updates to leadership teams.</li><li>Monitor short-term financial performance, highlighting key risks and opportunities.</li><li>Take ownership of revenue reporting, forecasting, and commercial performance analysis.</li><li>Manage debtor performance, cash collection, and Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), working closely with commercial teams to improve cash flow and reduce credit risk.</li><li>Analyse accounts receivable performance and implement actions to improve working capital.</li><li>Provide ad hoc financial analysis and recommendations to support business decisions.</li><li>Identify and implement improvements to financial processes, controls, and reporting.</li><li>Support strategic projects and cross-functional business initiatives.</li><li>Partner with operational, commercial, and finance teams to drive profitability and business performance.</li></ul>About YouYou'll be a qualified finance professional with strong analytical skills and a proactive, commercial mindset.Essential Experience & Qualifications<ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CA).</li><li>Proven experience in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting and analysis.</li><li>SAP experience is desirable but not essential.</li></ul>Key Skills<ul><li>Strong commercial awareness and analytical capability.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the business.</li><li>High levels of integrity, professionalism and attention to detail.</li><li>Strong leadership and organisational skills.</li></ul>If you're looking for a varied FP&A/Finance manager role where you can make a genuine impact within a global business, we'd love to hear from you.For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:Ailidh van Wyk - Client Services Director Phone: 01312403704 Email: 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay4xNzYzOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-16T09:58:22Z

Management Accountant

Edinburgh, Edinburgh
remote
Temporary
50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Management Accountant (Interim)</h1>Location: Greater Edinburgh Contract: 3-Month Initial Contract (Day Rate) Start Date: Immediate Rate: Competitive Day Rate Sector: Manufacturing / High-Growth Business<h2>The Company</h2>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a rapidly growing business in the Greater Edinburgh area to recruit an Interim Management Accountant for an initial 3-month contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic organisation during an exciting period of growth and transformation, with the potential for the assignment to be extended.<h2>The Role</h2>Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will play a key role in delivering accurate and insightful financial information to support decision-making across the business. This is a hands-on position requiring strong management accounting expertise, excellent analytical skills and the ability to translate financial data into meaningful commercial insights.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts</li><li>Variance analysis, forecasting and budgeting</li><li>Interrogating large volumes of financial and operational data</li><li>Producing meaningful analysis and presenting the story behind the numbers</li><li>Supporting month-end and year-end processes</li><li>Business partnering with operational and senior management teams</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve reporting, processes and controls</li><li>Supporting ongoing systems and finance improvement initiatives</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>Proven management accounting experience</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities</li><li>Excellent Excel and systems skills</li><li>Experience working with ERP systems and reporting tools</li><li>Ability to translate complex data into clear commercial insights</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and communication skills</li><li>Previous manufacturing experience would be highly advantageous</li><li>Immediate availability or the ability to start at short notice</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>Competitive day rate</li><li>Immediate start opportunity</li><li>Exposure to a high-growth business environment</li><li>Flexible and collaborative culture</li><li>Potential for contract extension beyond the initial term</li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q29ubm9yLk5vcnJpcy4zNTQzNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-30T15:51:12Z

Systems Accountant

Edinburgh, Edinburgh
remote
Contract
- GBP / Yearly
Systems Accountant (Interim)📍 Edinburgh City Centre | Hybrid Working 💰 Competitive Daily Rate ⏳ Initial 3-Month ContractRobert Half is delighted to be partnering with a well-established Edinburgh-based organisation to recruit an experienced Systems Accountant for an immediate 3-month assignment.This role will play a key part in supporting and optimising the organisation's Sage Intacct environment, working closely with finance and operational teams to improve reporting, streamline processes, and maximise system functionality.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Act as the finance lead for Sage Intacct system support and optimisation.</li><li>Review existing finance processes and identify opportunities for improvement and automation.</li><li>Develop and enhance reporting capabilities within Sage Intacct.</li><li>Support month-end, management reporting, and financial controls from a systems perspective.</li><li>Assist with system configuration, testing, upgrades, and troubleshooting.</li><li>Work with stakeholders across finance and the wider business to ensure data accuracy and integrity.</li><li>Provide user training and support to maximise system utilisation.</li><li>Deliver process documentation and best practice guidance.</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or Qualified by Experience.</li><li>Proven experience working as a Systems Accountant, Finance Systems Analyst, or Finance Transformation professional.</li><li>Strong hands-on experience with Sage Intacct is essential.</li><li>Excellent understanding of finance processes including month-end close, reporting, controls, and reconciliations.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.</li><li>Ability to work independently and quickly add value within a short-term project environment.</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders across all levels of the business.</li></ul>What's on Offer?<ul><li>Immediate start opportunity.</li><li>Edinburgh city centre location with flexible hybrid working.</li><li>Exposure to a business-critical finance systems project.</li><li>Opportunity to make a significant impact within a short timeframe.</li><li>Potential for extension depending on project requirements.</li></ul>For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Connor Norris at Robert Half, or apply today.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q29ubm9yLk5vcnJpcy45MjgxMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-04T15:14:50Z

Senior Project Accountant

Glasgow, Glasgow
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
Senior Project Accountant (Interim) Glasgow | Hybrid Working | Competitive Day RateRobert Half is partnering with a leading engineering and project-driven organisation to recruit an Interim Senior Project Accountant for a key assignment supporting a portfolio of complex, high-value projects.This opportunity is ideally suited to a qualified accountant with strong project accounting experience who can quickly integrate into the business, provide financial leadership across project teams, and support critical commercial and operational decision-making.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide financial oversight and support across multiple ongoing projects and contracts.</li><li>Deliver accurate project reporting, forecasting and financial analysis to senior stakeholders.</li><li>Support project managers with budgeting, cost control, profitability analysis and risk management.</li><li>Review project performance, identifying financial risks and opportunities.</li><li>Ensure appropriate revenue recognition and contract accounting treatment, including IFRS 15 compliance.</li><li>Assist with project reviews, contract evaluations and commercial decision-making.</li><li>Improve reporting processes and strengthen project finance controls where required.</li><li>Support month-end, forecasting and business planning cycles.</li><li>Partner with operational teams to drive project performance throughout the contract lifecycle.</li></ul>About You<ul><li>CA or ACCA qualified.</li><li>Strong understanding of IFRS 15 and long-term contract accounting.</li><li>Commercially minded with the ability to influence operational stakeholders.</li><li>Available at short notice or immediately available preferred.</li></ul>What's on Offer<ul><li>Immediate start opportunity. Competitive day rate. Hybrid working arrangement. Exposure to major projects and senior stakeholders. Opportunity to support a business through a critical period of project delivery. Initial contract with potential for extension.</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q29ubm9yLk5vcnJpcy45NDc5Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-21T17:05:12Z

Management Accountant

Glasgow, Glasgow
remote
Permanent
40000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is seeking a commercially minded Management Accountant to join a growing Finance function within a business in Glasgow.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.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.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>· Take ownership of the monthly reporting process for a number of areas of the business, ensuring management information is delivered accurately and on schedule.· Complete regular balance sheet reviews and reconciliations, investigating and resolving any discrepancies and ensuring supporting records are maintained.· Assist with the organisation's indirect and direct tax requirements, including VAT submissions and supporting wider corporation tax activity.· Monitor balances between group entities and ensure intercompany transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled.· Support the year-end close process by preparing schedules, providing information for audit and assisting with statutory reporting requirements.· Maintain forward-looking cash flow information, helping the business understand upcoming funding and liquidity requirements.· Work alongside budget holders to track financial performance, investigate variances and contribute to ongoing forecasting activity.· Prepare and record payroll-related journals, ensuring costs are appropriately allocated between projects and overhead functions.· Build effective relationships with operational, procurement, commercial, production and supply chain colleagues, providing financial analysis and insight where required.· Maintain accurate records of capital expenditure and fixed assets, including the calculation and recording of depreciation.· Take responsibility for month-end adjustments including accruals, prepayments, lease accounting and related journals.· Assist with reporting across multiple currencies, including monitoring foreign exchange movements and processing intercompany recharges.· Compile financial information required for grant applications and claims, working with relevant external organisations as necessary.· Act as a key finance contact for external auditors and professional advisers, supporting work relating to audit, taxation, transfer pricing and other financial matters.· Look for opportunities to strengthen existing processes, improve the quality of management information and enhance financial controls.· Provide additional support to the senior Finance team and assist with wider projects and ad hoc requirements as the business develops.<h3>Preferred Knowledge / Skills / Experience</h3>· 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.· Strong understanding of month-end accounting, budgeting, forecasting and analysing financial performance.· Comfortable working with established ERP/accounting platforms. Experience with systems such as Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle or similar would be advantageous.· Experience within an international or multi-entity organisation would be beneficial.· Previous exposure to stock, inventory accounting or a manufacturing environment would be advantageous.· Confident communicating financial information to colleagues outside of Finance and building effective relationships across the business.· Strong analytical ability with a methodical approach and high level of accuracy.Salary for this role will sit in a range of £40,000 - £50,000 + benefits 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uODU1MDYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-25T15:29:40Z

Financial Controller (FTC)

Fife, Fife
remote
Permanent
65000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a well-established international manufacturing and engineering business to recruit a Financial Controller on an 18-month fixed-term contract basis to cover maternity leave. The role will be based in Fife with hybrid working on offer. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional to join a successful, market-leading organisation with a strong international presence. The role offers significant exposure to senior leadership, responsibility for a finance team, and the opportunity to influence both operational and strategic decision-making.<h2>The Role</h2>Reporting into senior finance leadership, the Financial Controller will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the business whilst providing commercial support to stakeholders across multiple functions.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Leading the monthly management reporting process and ensuring timely, accurate financial information.</li><li>Managing forecasting, budgeting, and planning activities.</li><li>Maintaining robust financial controls and balance sheet integrity.</li><li>Overseeing VAT and other statutory compliance requirements.</li><li>Supporting inventory and fixed asset accounting processes.</li><li>Partnering with operational and commercial teams to provide financial insight and support business performance.</li><li>Identifying and driving process improvement initiatives across finance.</li><li>Leading, developing, and supporting an established finance team.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>We are keen to speak with finance professionals who can demonstrate:<ul><li>A professional accounting qualification (CA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Previous experience in a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager position.</li><li>Strong financial reporting, planning, and analysis capabilities.</li><li>Experience managing and developing finance teams.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering skills.</li><li>Strong systems and Excel proficiency.</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to join a successful international organisation.</li><li>Broad and varied role with both operational and commercial exposure.</li><li>Leadership responsibility within a high-performing finance function.</li><li>Hybrid working arrangements.</li><li>Competitive salary between £65,000 - £70,000 and benefits package.</li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uOTY0MzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-07T15:41:25Z

Project Accountant

Angus, Angus
remote
Contract
65000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Project Accountant - Interim Contract</h1>Location: East of Scotland (predominantly remote) Duration: Initial 6-month contract, with potential to extend Working pattern: Remote, with one day per month in the officeWe're looking for a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support a business with a review and reconciliation of historical financial data, helping to resolve legacy issues and improve the accuracy and integrity of its financial records.This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or strong QBE finance professional with strong Excel and reconciliation skills who enjoys investigating complex transactions, identifying discrepancies and working through detailed financial data.<h3>The Role</h3>Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of reviewing 3-4 years of historical financial information, investigating inconsistencies and ensuring transactions are accurately reconciled across the UK and relevant European entities.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Reviewing and reconciling historical financial data to identify discrepancies and resolve outstanding issues.</li><li>Reconciling outbound income from the UK entity and ensuring alignment with relevant European entities, including Spain.</li><li>Investigating incomplete or inconsistent transactional records and identifying the root cause of discrepancies.</li><li>Analysing complex transactions and splitting or reallocating individual lines of data across multiple transactions where required.</li><li>Ensuring sales and outbound transaction data is accurately recorded and reconciled.</li><li>Working autonomously to progress investigations, review findings and resolve legacy data issues.</li><li>Collaborating closely with the Financial Controller to report on progress and support the overall integrity of the financial records.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>We're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:<ul><li>Experience in a Project Accountant, Management Accountant or similar finance role.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with large volumes of financial data.</li><li>Proven experience in account reconciliations, transaction analysis and investigating discrepancies.</li><li>A methodical, analytical approach with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>The ability to work independently, manage priorities and see complex issues through to resolution.</li><li>A recognised accountancy qualification or relevant experience as a QBE finance professional.</li></ul><h3>The Opportunity</h3><ul><li>An initial 6-month interim contract, with potential for extension.</li><li>Predominantly remote working, with just one day per month required in the office.</li><li>The opportunity to make a tangible impact by resolving historic financial issues and improving data accuracy.</li></ul>Interested? If you have strong reconciliation skills and enjoy getting to the bottom of complex financial data, please get in touch to discuss the opportunity further with Ailidh van Wyk on 01312403704.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay44NTc4My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-12T10:07:34Z

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