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Finance Analyst

Edinburgh, Edinburgh
remote
Permanent
45000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
The Company Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded Edinburgh-based business to appoint a Finance Analyst.This represents an outstanding opportunity for a newly or recently qualified accountant looking to make their first move from practice into industry. The role would be particularly well suited to candidates from an audit, corporate finance, transaction services, financial modelling, deals advisory or wider business advisory background who are keen to apply their technical skills within a commercial environment.Working closely with senior leadership, the successful candidate will gain exposure to strategic decision-making, business performance analysis, investment appraisal and financial planning activities. The position offers a rare opportunity to develop a broad commercial skillset while working within a high-performing and collaborative team.This is an ideal role for an ambitious individual seeking a challenging and rewarding first move from practice, with genuine opportunities for progression and development.<h2>The Role</h2>The successful candidate will support a wide range of financial, analytical and strategic activities across the business.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Financial analysis and reporting to support business performance and strategic decision-making</li><li>Building and maintaining financial models to assess business opportunities, projects and investments</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes</li><li>Providing insight and challenge to key stakeholders across the organisation</li><li>Assisting with business cases, investment appraisals and commercial evaluations</li><li>Analysing trends, risks and opportunities to support senior management decision-making</li><li>Supporting corporate projects, acquisitions and strategic initiatives where applicable</li><li>Preparing presentations and analysis for senior leadership and key stakeholders</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve reporting, processes and controls</li><li>Working closely with finance and operational teams to enhance business performance</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>We are keen to hear from ambitious and analytically minded finance professionals who are looking to build a long-term career within a commercial environment.You will ideally possess:<ul><li>A professional accounting qualification (CA, ACCA or equivalent), either recently qualified or nearing qualification</li><li>Experience gained within Audit, Corporate Finance, Transaction Services, Financial Modelling, Deals Advisory or a related professional services environment</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Excellent Excel and financial modelling capabilities</li><li>A commercial mindset with the ability to interpret and communicate financial information effectively</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and communication skills</li><li>A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of projects</li><li>Ambition to develop and progress within a growing organisation</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>Excellent first move from practice opportunity</li><li>Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic business decisions</li><li>Opportunity to develop commercial, analytical and financial modelling skills</li><li>Broad and varied role with significant learning opportunities</li><li>Genuine career progression potential</li><li>Collaborative and high-performing working environment</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity for a newly or recently qualified accountant seeking to make the transition from practice into a commercially focused role, offering exceptional exposure, development and long-term career progression. 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/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uNTYxMTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-01T20:00:39Z

Assistant Accountant

Edinburgh, Edinburgh
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
Assistant AccountantLocation: EdinburghSalary: Competitive + Benefits An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Accountant to join a growing organisation based in Edinburgh. This role would suit an ambitious finance professional who is looking to continue developing their technical accounting skills within a supportive and collaborative finance team. You will gain exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities while working alongside experienced finance professionals. The successful candidate will ideally be part-qualified or currently studying towards ACCA, CIMA or ICAS, with previous experience gained within an accounting or finance environment. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Supporting month-end processes, including the preparation of journals, accruals and prepayments</li><li>Assisting with the preparation of management accounts and financial reporting</li><li>Completing balance sheet and bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial records across purchase ledger, sales ledger and general bookkeeping activities</li><li>Supporting VAT return preparation and ensuring compliance requirements are met</li><li>Assisting with financial analysis and reporting to support business decision-making</li><li>Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to resolve queries and provide finance support</li><li>Contributing to wider finance projects, process improvements and ad-hoc accounting activities</li></ul> The Ideal Candidate Will Have: <ul><li>Previous experience within an accounting or finance environment</li><li>Working towards a professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA or ICAS desirable)</li><li>Experience supporting or preparing management accounts and financial reporting</li><li>Strong understanding of accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping</li><li>Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy</li><li>Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and work independently</li><li>Strong communication skills with a proactive and collaborative approach</li></ul> If you are looking for your next step within finance and would like to join an organisation that values development and progression, we would welcome your application.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/SGFtaXNoLkNoYXBwbGUuMjYzMTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-06T15:38:39Z