6 results for Personal Assistant in Scotland

Accounts Assistant

Bellshill, North Lanarkshire
remote
Permanent
29000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
Location: EdinburghSalary: Competitive + Full Study Support / Training ContractJob Type: Full-Time, PermanentRobert Half is delighted to be partnering with a business in Glasgow in the recruitment of an Accounts Assistant to join their growing finance team in Glasgow.This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to build a long-term career in accounting. This business is offering a full training contract and study support for the right individual, making this an ideal role for someone seeking to progress towards a professional accounting qualification.The RoleWorking closely with experienced Finance Managers, you'll take responsibility for a portfolio of project companies and gain exposure to a broad range of finance activities, including:<ul><li>Purchase ledger and supplier management</li><li>Sales ledger administration and credit control</li><li>Cashbook maintenance and treasury activities</li><li>Loan and debt administration</li><li>Assisting with management accounts preparation</li><li>Accruals, prepayments and journal postings</li><li>VAT and CIS returns</li><li>Supporting year-end audit processes</li><li>Company secretarial administration and board meeting support</li><li>Ad hoc finance and project-based work</li></ul>About YouWe're keen to hear from individuals who are:<ul><li>Looking to pursue a professional accounting qualification through a training contract</li><li>Studying towards AAT, ACCA, CIMA or ICAS (or planning to start)</li><li>Organised, detail-oriented and eager to learn</li><li>Strong communicators with a proactive approach</li><li>Comfortable working with finance systems and Excel</li><li>Looking for a role that offers genuine career progression</li></ul>What's on Offer?<ul><li>Full study support and training contract for the right candidate</li><li>Exposure to a wide variety of finance and accounting responsibilities</li><li>Opportunity to work alongside experienced finance professionals</li><li>Long-term career development within a growing business</li><li>Supportive and collaborative team environment</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li></ul>If you're looking for a role that will provide a strong foundation for a successful accounting career while working in a highly regarded and growing 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/Q29ubm9yLk5vcnJpcy4wNDk2OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-14T16:08:30Z

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/SGFtaXNoLkNoYXBwbGUuNTkxNTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-02T16:09:36Z

Payroll Officer

Bathgate, West Lothian
remote
Temporary
30000 - 31000 GBP / Yearly
Payroll Officer / Finance Assistant6 Month Interim Contract | Predominantly Remote | Central ScotlandSalary Equivalent: £31,000-£33,000 (PAYE)Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a growing infrastructure business to recruit an Interim Payroll Officer / Finance Assistant for an initial 3-6 month contract.This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative finance team and provide vital support during a particularly busy period. The business operates across the UK, Ireland and Germany, delivering large infrastructure projects, and is looking for someone who enjoys working across both payroll and finance administration in a varied, hands-on role.Predominantly remote working is available, although candidates based within reasonable travelling distance of Livingston would be advantageous.The RoleWorking as part of a small finance team, you'll provide support across payroll and wider finance activities, helping relieve pressure on the existing team and ensuring key processes continue to run smoothly.Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll<ul><li>Coordinate payroll information across the UK, Ireland and Germany.</li><li>Support monthly payroll processing for approximately 135 employees across three countries.</li><li>Collate German payroll information and employee hours for submission to the payroll provider.</li><li>Assist with bonus calculations and payroll queries.</li><li>Liaise with external payroll providers where required.</li></ul>Finance<ul><li>Support Accounts Receivable and employee expenses processing.</li><li>Assist with supplier payment runs.</li><li>Provide general finance administration support across the wider team.</li></ul>About YouWe're looking for someone with:<ul><li>Previous payroll experience.</li><li>Experience working as a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or Payroll Officer.</li><li>Strong Excel skills.</li><li>Experience using accounting software (Xero would be advantageous).</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach with the flexibility to support across the wider finance function.</li></ul>What's on Offer<ul><li>3-6 month interim contract.</li><li>Salary equivalent of £31,000-£33,000 (PAYE).</li><li>Predominantly remote working with occasional travel if required.</li><li>Immediate start available.</li><li>Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a supportive finance team.</li></ul>If you're an experienced Payroll Officer or Finance Assistant looking for your next interim opportunity, we'd be delighted 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/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay4wMTE1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-20T09:25:39Z

Finance Manager

Dundee, Dundee
remote
Permanent
43260 - 43260 GBP / Yearly
Finance & Business Manager (Part-Time, Remote)I'm working with a well-established not-for-profit organisation to appoint a Finance & Business Manager into a key role within their small but high-performing team.This is a part-time opportunity (0.5 FTE) offering genuine flexibility and autonomy, while still providing exposure at a senior level.The roleReporting into the Director of Finance, you'll take ownership of a broad and hands-on finance remit, including:<ul><li>Leading month-end and producing management accounts, cashflow and analysis.</li><li>Overseeing VAT returns (including European / OSS requirements).</li><li>Supporting the annual audit and statutory accounts process.</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting and financial planning Partnering with senior stakeholders and Trustees to support decision-making.</li><li>Managing and developing a Finance Assistant.</li></ul>This is a role that combines hands-on delivery with genuine business partnering.About you<ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA).</li><li>Strong experience across the full finance cycle, including reporting and audit</li><li>Confident working with VAT (charity or international exposure is advantageous).</li><li>Experience using Xero (highly desirable).</li><li>Comfortable operating in a small, remote team and building relationships with non-finance stakeholders</li></ul>The opportunity<ul><li>Fully remote role with flexible working</li><li>Broad, varied role with real ownership</li><li>Exposure to senior leadership and Trustees</li><li>Opportunity to shape processes and add value in a growing organisation</li></ul>There is some occasional travel required for team meetings and an annual European conference, with expenses coveredIf you're looking for a role that offers flexibility without compromising on responsibility or impact, I'd be keen to speak.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/Q29ubm9yLk5vcnJpcy40MzcwNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-06-09T12:58:31Z

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

Part Qualified Management Accountant

Central Belt,
remote
Permanent
40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Part-Qualified Management Accountant</h1>Salary: Up to £45,000 + BenefitsLocation: Central Belt, Scotland Permanent | Full-TimeWe are working with a well-established organisation to recruit a Part-Qualified Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing finance team within a complex operational environment, where you will play a key role in supporting business performance and partnering with senior stakeholders across the organisation.Reporting to the Finance Leadership Team, you will work closely with operational and functional teams to deliver insightful financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, while supporting continuous improvement across finance processes. This role would suit an ambitious part-qualified accountant looking to further develop their business partnering experience within a fast-paced, multi-site organisation. <h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li data-end="377" data-start="241" data-section-id="1x6g5p1">Act as the primary Finance Business Partner to designated areas of the business, providing financial support and commercial insight.</li><li data-start="378" data-section-id="egaoky" data-end="513">Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders to monitor business performance and identify financial risks and opportunities.</li><li data-end="614" data-section-id="8iw3rp" data-start="514">Support initiatives aimed at improving financial performance, profitability and cash generation.</li><li data-start="615" data-section-id="18lthef" data-end="715">Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and cost performance reporting.</li><li data-section-id="1ppyfj" data-start="716" data-end="790">Produce budgets, forecasts and ongoing financial performance analysis.</li><li data-end="918" data-section-id="7dh9kf" data-start="791">Act as the main finance contact for your business areas, resolving finance queries and escalating issues where appropriate.</li><li data-end="1020" data-section-id="1l95lqd" data-start="919">Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to audit requests.</li><li data-end="1133" data-start="1021" data-section-id="1nyap13">Assist the Finance Leadership Team and wider finance function with ad hoc projects and business initiatives.</li><li data-end="1243" data-start="1134" data-section-id="17qo6vw">Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA or equivalent, with plans to complete your professional qualification.</li><li>Previous experience within a Management Accountant, Assistant Management Accountant or Finance Business Partnering role.</li><li>Strong understanding of management accounting principles, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.</li><li>Experience within a manufacturing environment would be highly advantageous.</li><li>Exposure to inventory accounting and cost control would be beneficial.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide meaningful commercial insight.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with confidence building relationships across both finance and operational teams.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and experience using ERP/accounting systems.</li></ul>If you're a motivated part-qualified accountant looking to take the next step in your career within a growing manufacturing business, we'd be delighted 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/SGFtaXNoLkNoYXBwbGUuNzQ1MTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-01T10:21:02Z