7 results for Payments Manager in Scotland

Finance Manager

Glasgow, Glasgow
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is working in partnership with a dynamic organisation near Glasgow to recruit a Finance Manager. The successful candidate will take ownership of financial reporting, management accounting, and compliance for multiple projects, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of financial information to stakeholders.Our client is a market leader in infrastructure investment and asset management, operating across the UK. They manage large-scale projects in sectors such as transport, energy, social infrastructure, and public-private partnerships (PPP). With a strong reputation for delivering sustainable and long-term value, the business works closely with local authorities, investors, and stakeholders to ensure compliance, efficiency, and growth.This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic finance team within a business that plays a critical role in managing essential infrastructure assets. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Prepare management account reports, including analysis of actual vs budget.</li><li>Incorporate purchase ledgers, sales ledgers, cash books, and loan schedules into ETBs and reconcile ETBs to SUN Systems.</li><li>Maintain accruals, prepayments, and amortisation workings.</li><li>Supervise preparation and submission of VAT and CIS returns.</li><li>Oversee purchase invoice processing, non-supplier payments, and issuing invoices to customers.</li><li>Supervise maintenance of cash books and loan schedules.</li><li>Prepare statutory accounts for year-end audit.</li><li>Produce supporting documentation and working papers for audit.</li><li>Liaise with audit teams during fieldwork and with audit managers post-review.</li><li>Work with tax advisers on corporation tax computations.</li><li>Present finance reports to shareholders at quarterly project board meetings.</li><li>Track and comply with project deliverables as dictated by loan facility agreements.</li><li>Maintain financial and operating models; prepare budgets and cash flow forecasts.</li></ul>About You<ul><li>ICAS/ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified.</li><li>Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills to build effective relationships internally and externally.</li><li>Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to challenge and develop explanations.</li><li>Proactive in identifying and implementing process improvements.</li><li>Experience in infrastructure, asset management, or project finance is advantageous.</li></ul> Why Join Them? <ul><li>Work with a leading player in infrastructure and asset management.</li><li>Exposure to complex projects and stakeholder engagement.</li><li>Competitive salary between £50,000 - £60,000 per annum. </li><li>Opportunity to influence financial strategy and compliance.</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/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uNzkzNzEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-31T10:14:05Z

Management Accountant

Livingston, West Lothian
remote
Contract
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Interim Finance Manager</h1>6-Month Contract | Predominantly Remote | Central Scotland £65,000-£70,000 Salary Equivalent (PAYE) | Immediate StartRobert Half is delighted to be supporting a growing infrastructure business in the appointment of an Interim Finance Manager for an initial 6-month contract.This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional to join a collaborative finance team and make an immediate impact within a project-led organisation operating across the UK, Ireland and Germany.With the finance team currently under pressure, we're looking for someone who can quickly integrate into the business, provide leadership and support to the existing team, and help strengthen financial processes while ensuring business-as-usual activities continue to run smoothly.<h3>The Role</h3>Reporting into senior leadership, you'll play a key role across the finance function with responsibilities including:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Leading the month-end process and bringing management accounts back on schedule.</li><li>Managing complex group cash flow forecasting across multiple entities.</li><li>Posting journals and overseeing financial reporting within Xero.</li><li>Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations and strengthening financial controls.</li><li>Managing supplier payment runs and supporting working capital management.</li><li>Supporting payroll activities across the UK, Ireland and Germany.</li><li>Providing day-to-day leadership and support to a small finance team.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve processes, controls and reporting.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>We're looking for an experienced Finance Manager/Management Accountant who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and isn't afraid to get into the detail.You'll ideally have:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Qualified accountant status (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).</li><li>Strong management accounting and month-end experience.</li><li>Excellent cash flow forecasting and working capital management skills.</li><li>Experience working within SME or project-based organisations.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and experience using ERP or cloud accounting systems (Xero experience would be advantageous).</li><li>Previous experience managing or mentoring finance teams.</li><li>A proactive approach with the ability to identify process improvements and support operational decision-making.</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Initial 6-month interim contract.</li><li>Predominantly remote working, with flexibility around occasional travel. Candidates who can attend interviews in Livingston would be advantageous, although Teams interviews can be accommodated.</li><li>Immediate start.</li><li>Salary equivalent of £65,000-£70,000 (PAYE).</li><li>Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing international business.</li></ul>If you're an experienced interim finance professional looking for your next assignment and enjoy improving processes, supporting teams and partnering with the wider business, we'd love to hear from you.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/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay42Mjg0Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-16T14:31:24Z

Assistant Accountant

Paisley, Renfrewshire
remote
Temporary
30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
Accounts Assistant (6-Month FTC)Paisley | £Competitive | Hybrid Working Available6-Month Fixed-Term Contract with Strong Potential to Become Permanent Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing business in Paisley to recruit an Accounts Assistant on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to join a supportive finance team, with a genuine opportunity for the role to become permanent.Working closely with the Finance Manager and wider finance team, you will play a key role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations while gaining exposure to a broad range of finance activities.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Posting and processing journals accurately and efficiently</li><li>Performing balance sheet and bank reconciliations</li><li>Assisting with month-end reporting processes</li><li>Investigating and resolving account discrepancies</li><li>Analysing financial data and identifying trends or anomalies</li><li>Processing purchase invoices and supplier payments</li><li>Managing sales ledger activities and raising invoices where required</li><li>Credit control support and customer account management</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation</li><li>Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities</li><li>Assisting with audit preparation and year-end requirements</li><li>Producing ad hoc reports and analysis for senior management</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or Assistant Accountant role</li><li>Strong understanding of journals, reconciliations and core accounting principles</li><li>Comfortable analysing financial information and investigating variances</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Excel and finance systems</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments A proactive and positive approach to problem-solving</li></ul>What's on Offer?<ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Hybrid working arrangements</li><li>Exposure to a broad finance function</li><li>Supportive and collaborative team environment</li><li>Opportunity to secure a permanent position following the initial contract period Immediate start available</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/Q29ubm9yLk5vcnJpcy44NzA3Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-26T13:00:17Z

Finance Manager

Edinburgh, Edinburgh
remote
Contract
50000 - 52000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Finance Manager</h1>6-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Potential to Become Permanent) Edinburgh | Hybrid Working £52,000 + BenefitsRobert Half is delighted to be partnering with an accountant advisory firm to recruit a Finance Manager on an initial six-month fixed-term contract with a potential to convert to permanent contract.This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing organisation in a broad, commercially focused finance role. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll take ownership of the firm's internal finance function, working closely with senior leaders and partners to provide financial insight, operational support and drive continuous improvement across the business.Unlike a traditional accountancy practice role, this is an internal finance position, offering the opportunity to make a real impact on the business without client delivery or business development responsibilities.<h2>The Role</h2>As Finance Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day finance operations while supporting the CFO with financial reporting, business partnering and strategic initiatives.Key responsibilities include:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Leading the day-to-day internal finance function and managing team priorities.</li><li>Supervising and developing the Finance Assistant.</li><li>Preparing monthly management accounts, reporting packs and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Supporting year-end statutory accounts and tax reporting.</li><li>Producing quarterly VAT returns.</li><li>Managing credit control and cash collection activities.</li><li>Acting as the finance lead for the firm's practice management system.</li><li>Providing meaningful financial reporting and commercial insight to business managers, directors and partners.</li><li>Supporting finance transformation and continuous improvement projects.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>We're keen to speak with finance professionals who can demonstrate:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) preferred, although strong qualified-by-experience candidates will also be considered.</li><li>Previous experience working within an accountancy practice or professional services environment.</li><li>Strong management reporting and financial accounting experience.</li><li>Excellent communication and business partnering skills.</li><li>A proactive approach with a passion for improving processes and adding commercial value.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills, with experience of finance systems. Experience with practice management systems would be advantageous.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Up to £52,000 salary DOE.</li><li>Initial six-month fixed-term contract with genuine potential to become permanent.</li><li>Hybrid working with flexibility around office attendance.</li><li>35-hour working week.</li><li>Opportunity to work directly with the CFO and senior leadership team.</li><li>Collaborative, people-focused culture within one of Scotland's most respected independent firms.</li></ul>If you're looking for a varied finance role where you can influence business performance, lead process improvements and work within a supportive, forward-thinking organisation, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today or contact Ailidh van Wyk @ Robert Half on 0131 240 3704 for a confidential discussion. 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/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay40MTM3OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-23T09:11:47Z

Finance Manager

Glenrothes, Fife
remote
Permanent
65000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Finance Manager / Hybird / Fife Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a large international business in the recruitment of an Finance Manager to join their Central Finance team.This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to take ownership of the month-end close process within a complex, international organisation.The role offers a blend of technical accounting, financial controls, reporting and team leadership responsibilities, alongside involvement in ongoing finance transformation and process improvement projects.The RoleReporting into senior finance leadership, you will:<ul><li>Lead and coordinate the month-end close process across the business.</li><li>Prepare and review journals, balance sheet reconciliations and monthly reporting submissions.</li><li>Produce management accounts and provide insightful analysis on business performance.</li><li>Maintain a strong financial control environment, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, UK GAAP and internal control frameworks.</li><li>Lead external audit activity and support internal audit requirements.</li><li>Partner closely with FP&A, Tax, Treasury and wider finance teams.</li><li>Coach and develop members of the finance team.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives, automation projects and ERP enhancements.</li></ul>About YouWe're looking for a finance professional who can demonstrate:<ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (or equivalent experience).</li><li>Strong experience managing a month-end close process.</li><li>Excellent technical accounting knowledge and financial controls experience.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>SAP experience.</li><li>Previous experience within a multinational, US-owned or highly regulated environment would be advantageous.</li></ul>What's on Offer<ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Car allowance</li><li>Annual bonus scheme</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Up to 10.5% employer pension contribution</li><li>25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to buy and sell leave</li><li>Enhanced family-friendly policies</li><li>Health cash plan, dental and cycle-to-work schemes</li><li>Flexible and hybrid working environment</li><li>Early finish on Fridays</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/Q29ubm9yLk5vcnJpcy41ODQzNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-13T16:13:19Z

Accounts Payable Officer

Edinburgh, Edinburgh
remote
Temporary
30000 - 33000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Accounts Payable Officer</h1>Edinburgh City Centre 3 Month Contract (Possibility to extend)£30,000-33,000 annual salary equivalent DOE - PAYE basis We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to join a busy finance team on a temporary/contract basis. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong AP experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and can take ownership of the end-to-end invoice and payment process.The successful candidate will work closely with the wider finance team, suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure invoices are processed accurately and efficiently, payments are made on time, and supplier accounts remain fully reconciled.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Processing high-volume supplier invoices and credit notes accurately and efficiently</li><li>Matching invoices against purchase orders and resolving discrepancies</li><li>Coding and posting invoices to the appropriate nominal accounts</li><li>Preparing and processing supplier payment runs</li><li>Reconciling supplier statements and investigating outstanding items</li><li>Maintaining accurate supplier account records</li><li>Responding to supplier and internal queries in a timely and professional manner</li><li>Investigating and resolving invoice and payment discrepancies</li><li>Supporting month-end close activities, including AP reconciliations and accruals</li><li>Assisting with wider finance administration and reporting as required</li><li>Ensuring all AP processes comply with internal controls and company procedures</li><li>Supporting process improvements and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>We are looking for someone who is organised, detail-oriented and comfortable working to tight deadlines. You will ideally have previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role and be confident managing a busy workload with a high level of accuracy.Key requirements:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience in an Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger position</li><li>Strong understanding of the end-to-end AP process</li><li>Good Excel skills</li><li>Experience using an ERP or accounting system</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy</li><li>Strong communication and organisational skills</li><li>Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines</li><li>Comfortable working independently as well as part of a wider finance team</li><li>A proactive approach to resolving queries and discrepancies</li></ul><h3>The Opportunity</h3>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable professional to join a supportive finance function and make an immediate contribution. The role would suit someone who is available at short notice and is comfortable stepping into a role where they can quickly take ownership of the AP process.If you would be interested in discussing further, please contact Ailidh van Wyk on or call 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/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay41NjMxOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-17T08:45:36Z

Accounts Assistant

Edinburgh, Edinburgh
remote
Contract
28000 - 29000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Finance Assistant (Fixed-Term Contract)</h1>Salary: Up to £29,000Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid - 1-2 days per week in the office)Contract: Fixed Term (12 Months) | Full-TimeWe are delighted to be working with a well-established organisation to recruit an Accounts Assistant on a fixed-term basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly and supportive finance team, where you'll be responsible for managing the day-to-day financial administration of your own portfolio while gaining broad exposure across the transactional finance function.This role would suit someone with previous Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger experience who is organised, proactive and enjoys working in a collaborative environment.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Manage Sales Ledger activities, including raising invoices, credit control and maintaining accurate customer records.</li><li>Process Purchase Ledger invoices, coordinate approvals and prepare payment runs.</li><li>Complete weekly bank downloads, process deposits and perform monthly bank reconciliations.</li><li>Prepare and submit VAT returns via Making Tax Digital (MTD).</li><li>Complete recharge reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain finance control sheets and ensure financial records are accurate and up to date.</li><li>Process staff expenses and support internal recharge processes.</li><li>Assist with general finance administration and provide support with ad hoc tasks as required.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience within a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.</li><li>Strong Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger experience.</li><li>Experience completing bank reconciliations and working within month-end processes.</li><li>Good working knowledge of Excel and accounting systems (Sage experience would be advantageous).</li><li>Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to manage your own workload and prioritise competing deadlines.</li><li>A proactive team player with strong communication skills and a willingness to learn.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Salary of up to £29,000.</li><li>Hybrid working (1-2 days per week in the office).</li><li>Supportive and collaborative finance team.</li><li>Opportunity to take ownership of your own workload and develop your finance experience.</li><li>Immediate opportunity to join a respected organisation on a fixed-term contract.</li></ul>If you're looking for your next opportunity within a busy finance team and enjoy working across a broad range of transactional finance responsibilities, we'd love to hear from you.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/SGFtaXNoLkNoYXBwbGUuMTI4NDAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-27T13:55:20Z