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Finance Manager (6-Month Fixed-Term Contract) \n \n THE ORGANISATION \n \n This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established professional services business during a period of growth and transformation. The organisation prides itself on delivering exceptional client service and is seeking an experienced finance professional to support its ongoing operational and strategic objectives. \n \n THE ROLE \n \n Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Finance Manager will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day finance function while providing valuable commercial insight to support business decision-making. This is a hands-on position, managing financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, and supporting process improvements across the business. The role also includes responsibility for supervising and developing a junior member of the finance team. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Manage the day-to-day operation of the finance function and oversee team priorities.\n, • Prepare monthly management accounts, including accounting adjustments and balance sheet reconciliations.\n, • Supervise, mentor and support a Finance Assistant to ensure accurate and timely financial processing.\n, • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and maintain robust financial controls.\n, • Act as the internal expert for the organisation's practice management system and support users across the business.\n, • Provide financial analysis and business insights to support operational and commercial decision-making.\n, • Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation and provide finance business partnering support.\n, • Oversee credit control activities and support cash flow management.\n, • Prepare quarterly VAT returns and support year-end statutory reporting processes.\n, • Assist with change initiatives, process improvements and finance-related projects.\n\n \n THE IDEAL CANDIDATE \n \n\n • Professionally qualified accountant (ACCA, CA, CIMA or equivalent) preferred.\n, • Strong background in financial management, reporting and operational finance.\n, • Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with non-finance stakeholders.\n, • Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability.\n, • Experience leading or supervising finance team members.\n, • Strong attention to detail and a proactive, hands-on approach.\n, • Experience working with accounting and practice management systems would be advantageous.\n, • Adaptable, collaborative and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.\n\n \n ON OFFER \n \n This initial six-month fixed-term contract offers an excellent opportunity to join a successful and evolving business in a highly visible finance leadership role. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will have the opportunity to influence decision-making, improve processes, and contribute to key business initiatives. The position also offers the potential for a permanent opportunity beyond the initial contract term. \n \n\n • Competitive salary package up to £52,000 per annum\n, • 6 months contract to start with with the view to become permanent, plus bonus\n, • Hybrid working model.\n, • Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership.\n, • Exposure to business improvement and transformation projects.\n, • Potential for the role to become permanent.\n, • Supportive and collaborative working environment.\n\n \n iMultiply is committed to diversity and will promote diversity for all employees, workers and applicants. iMultiply will treat everyone equally and will not discriminate on the grounds of an individual's protected characteristics. If you like the look of this vacancy and think you could perform the role, but don't meet every requirement, we would still encourage you to apply. Research shows that some groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet all criteria. We welcome applications from individuals with the potential to grow and develop within the position.

Office of the CFO Assistant Manager Edinburgh \n An exciting opportunity to join a growing and ambitious Business Services team. We are recruiting on behalf of a highly successful and rapidly expanding professional services firm seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to join its Business Services team. \n This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys working closely with clients... \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Reed Finance is supporting a leading national public sector organisation to appoint an Assistant Finance Director. \n This senior leadership role will lead a team of finance professionals, overseeing financial sustainability, governance, risk and performance across a complex portfolio of organisations. You will provide strategic financial advice, build strong stakeholder relationships, and deliver insightful reporting to senior leadership and board-level audiences. \n About You: \n\n • Fully qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent)\n, • Significant post-qualification experience in a complex organisation\n, • Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills\n, • Strong financial analysis, governance and business partnering expertise\n, • Excellent communication and strategic thinking abilities\n\n For a confidential discussion, please contact: \n Roddy Mackenzie - Reed |

Confidence using accounting systems; Xero is preferred, with Sage, QuickBooks or similar also relevant.

\n Part Qualified Accountant – Edinburgh \n \n £28,000 – £35,000 + Study Support | Edinburgh | Reputable Accountancy Firm | Full-time \n \n We’re working with a well-known and respected accountancy firm in Edinburgh to recruit a motivated Part Qualified Accountant. If you’re early in your career and looking for a supportive team, a varied client base, and full study support to help you qualify — this could be just what you’re looking for. \n \n Why this firm? \n \n This firm has a strong reputation across Edinburgh and the east of Scotland, especially for its work with small businesses and high-net-worth individuals. They offer a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where learning is encouraged, and your progress is taken seriously. It’s a great place to build a solid foundation in accountancy. \n \n The role: \n \n You’ll work with a range of clients — including limited companies, sole traders, partnerships, charities, and trusts — across industries like landed estates, service sectors, and SMEs. You’ll prepare accounts, assist with bookkeeping, and support VAT compliance, all while developing your knowledge and getting closer to qualification. \n \n What you’ll be doing: \n \n \n • Preparing annual and management accounts across a diverse client base.\n, • Preparing VAT returns and ensuring compliance with deadlines.\n, • Communicating with clients and colleagues to deliver a great service.\n, • Assisting with bookkeeping, invoice processing, and bank reconciliations.\n, • Managing your time and workload to meet agreed timelines and budgets.\n \n \n About you: \n \n \n • You have at least 1 year of experience in a practice-based Accounts Assistant role.\n, • You’ve worked on accounts up to trial balance or review stage.\n, • You’re part-qualified (ACCA, ICAS, or equivalent) and actively studying.\n, • You’ve used cloud accounting software like Xero or QuickBooks — or you're keen to learn.\n, • You’re a strong communicator who enjoys building relationships and learning on the job.\n \n \n What’s in it for you: \n \n \n • Salary of £28,000 – £35,000 depending on experience.\n, • Full study support to help you complete your qualification.\n, • A varied role offering broad experience across sectors.\n, • A friendly and collaborative team environment.\n, • The chance to grow within a well-established and supportive firm.\n \n \n Interested? \n \n We’d love to hear from you — even if you don’t tick every single box. If you’re passionate about progressing in accountancy and want to join a firm that will invest in your future, reach out to Gareth at iMultiply for a confidential chat. \n \n If you like the look of this vacancy and think you could perform the role, but, you don't think you meet all the requirements, please DO APPLY for this opportunity. Data shows that certain groups, mainly women and people from BIPOC communities, are less likely to apply for jobs where they don't meet 100% of role. iMultiply would encourage you to apply for roles where there is room for development and growth. \n \n iMultiply is committed to diversity and will promote diversity for all employees, workers and applicants. iMultiply will treat everyone equally and will not discriminate on the grounds of an individual's protected characteristic. \n For more information on the Part Qualified Accountant position please contact Gareth Spowart. \n

Job Title: Assistant Management Accountant. AJ Connect is delighted to be partnering with a Hospitality and Events organisation to appoint an Assistant Management Accountant on a permanent basis. The role will be working closely with and reporting directly to the Head of Finance, where you will be i

Proven experience as an Accountant, or an Assistant Accountant looking for the next step in your career (ideally within the motor retail sector, though strong commercial backgrounds will be considered). Group contributory pension scheme & Life Assurance. As a Dealership Accountant, you will oversee

A Hospitality and Events organization in Edinburgh is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant.The ideal candidate will have a degree in accounting and at least 3 years of experience.Responsibilities include delivering management information, monitoring financial operations, and preparing reports.

An experienced Assistant Manager, a qualified accountant, is sought for a growing Business Services team within a rapidly expanding professional services firm.The role involves working closely with clients.

Search are supporting the recruitment of an Assistant Accountant in Edinburgh with flexibility around hours. Within the role, you'll support the Finance Manager across a broad range of accounting activities including daily transactional work, process improvement and month end processes. If you're an experienced Bookkeeper or Assistant Accountant looking to be part of a friendly team in a role that provides variety and ownership, you'd be encouraged to apply. This is a site-based role that offers flexibility to tailor your hours. Whether you prefer full time or part time, you'll play a key part in keeping a multi site business running smoothly. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting preparation of monthly management accounts Preparing journals including accruals and prepayments Liaising with auditors at year end Processing sales invoices, purchase invoices and expenses Posting daily receipts and payments Completing bank and other reconciliations Processing month end payments and ad hoc payment runs Reporting on debtors and creditors Preparing and filing VAT and other statutory returns Assisting with budgets and forecasts Recommending improvements across systems and processes Supporting senior management with finance tasks and ad hoc reporting Skills and experience that will benefit your application: Experience across core finance tasks including reconciliations, journals, VAT returns and month‑end support Experience assisting with budgeting and forecasting Proficiency with Accounting software and Excel Attention to detail and strong organisational skills Interpersonal skills, comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels Open to Part Qualified (PQ), Qualified by Experience (QBE) or Qualified applicants What's in it for you: A salary range of circa £35k - 40k, depending on experience Flexible working hours to suit full time or part time Varied workload across multiple business areas Training and study support * Free staff parking To apply or find out more, please submit your CV at the earliest opportunity and/or get in touch at (url removed). Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Anderson Knight is recruiting for a part-qualified experienced Finance Manager to join a well-established business in Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role, combining hands-on financial management with team leadership and business partnering. Working closely with the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in ensuring the finance function operates efficiently, delivering accurate financial information while supporting and developing a Finance Assistant. The Role As Finance Manager, you'll take ownership of key accounting processes, ensuring financial information is accurate, compliant and delivered within agreed deadlines. Your responsibilities will include: • Producing monthly management accounts, analysing financial performance and providing meaningful commentary on key movements and variances. • Preparing and processing journals, including accruals, prepayments and other month-end adjustments. • Managing the company's fixed asset register, including capital expenditure, disposals and depreciation. • Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns in line with HMRC requirements. • Supporting the year-end audit process by preparing schedules, assisting with statutory accounts and liaising with external auditors. • Cashflow forecasting, highlighting any key changes within the process • Oversee, mentor and develop 3 transactional staff, ensuring you provide day to day support and training About You We're looking for someone who is technically strong, commercially aware and confident leading a small finance team. You'll ideally have: • Part-qualified ACCA or CIMA status. • Previous experience in a supervisory or management position within a finance function. • Strong experience preparing management accounts and overseeing month-end processes. • Sound knowledge of accruals, prepayments, reconciliations and balance sheet controls. • Experience preparing VAT returns and supporting external audits. • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. • A proactive approach with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. • Confident communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships across the business. • Strong Excel skills and experience using accounting software. Salary & Benefits • Opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative finance team. • Career development within a stable and growing organisation. • A varied role with genuine responsibility and scope to make an impact. If you're an ambitious part-qualified / finalist accountant with supervisory experience who is looking for a role offering variety, responsibility and progression, we'd love to hear from you

Assisting with financial accounting tasks, including month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations, with ACCA study support.

Assistant Accountant Permanent - Part Time - Tewkesbury£18,780. Working closely with the Financial Accountant and the wider Finance Team, you will support the day-to-day financial operations of the business while ensuring accurate financial records, reconciliations, xxuwjjq and reporting.

Assistant Accountant, playing a key role in supporting the finance function and ensuring financial and operational tasks are completed accurately, efficiently and on time.

A well-established manufacturing business based in Derbyshire is looking for a Financial Accountant to join its finance team. Financial Accountant | Derbyshire | Study Support Provided.

W&A is supporting an established organisation based just outside of.Finance Business Partner and wider AP team.This opportunity would suit someone organised, accurate and comfortable managing a varied transactional finance workload.This is a hands-on role with exposure across accounts payable and wi

Summary• Working within the Group Finance Function• Based at Manchester Airport• Hybrid Role (2 office days a week – Tuesdays and Thursdays)• Full time, Permanent roleWhy MAG?At MAG we provide the airport facilities and travel services that people need to connect with t

Head of Accounts PayableAbout Reply:Reply specialises in the design and implementation of solutions based on new communication channels and digital media.As a network of highly specialised companies, Reply defines and develops business models enabled by the new models of AI, big data, cloud comp

Job-ID: 814040f1-f099-4496-81d0-c8812c7569f0Reference: 6c66de34-827d-476b-a44f-13edc0d49d32Team: Accounts PayableLocation: United KingdomSalary: $110,000 - $200,000 USDEmployment type: Full-timePosted: 2026-08-11Who we are is what we do.Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams

Accounts Payable ConsultantAbout Reply:Reply specialises in the design and implementation of solutions based on new communication channels and digital media.As a network of highly specialised companies, Reply defines and develops business models enabled by the new models of AI, big data, cloud c

What you’ll doYour key accountabilities will include:Own key financial control and reconciliation activities, ensuring transactions are accurate, complete and in line with agreed policies and procedures.Prepare and maintain journals, and other financial adjustments, making sure supporting documen

Joining the team as Management Accountant, you will be responsible for the production of the monthly management accounts, reporting into the Senior Management Accountant. To be successful as our Management Accountant, you must hold a formal accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).

Job Description ?? What Youll Be Doing Every day as a domiciliary Care Assistant is different, but your impact is always the same - life-changing. Genuine compassion and respect for others (kindness goes a long way!) ? Strong communication and listening skills ? A positive, can-do attitude ? Reliabi

Job Description ABOUT THE ROLE /n As a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. As a Bank Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and

Finance Systems Analyst – HEINEKEN.Edinburgh City Centre – hybrid with a mix of office & home working.October 2025 (note we may close vacancies early).As the world’s most international brewer, we’re looking for finance talent ready to evolve with us.If you’re ready to brew a new career, ap

Job Description ABOUT THE ROLE /n As a Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and h

Management Accountant - Private Equity Funds. W&A are delighted to be partnering with a leading independent professional services provider to source a Management Accountant - Private Equity Funds. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant seeking to develop their career within priv

Job Description /n ABOUT THE ROLE /n As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and follo

A modern accountancy firm in Edinburgh is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support its growing team.

Search Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom.Search are supporting the recruitment of an Accounts Payable professional to join our client’s Edinburgh office on a part‑time or full‑time basis.The business has undergone significant positive change under a new leadership team, creating a dynamic en

Role Overview As Kitchen Assistant, you will support the delivery of high quality meals within a clean, safe and well organised kitchen environment.

Assistant Finance Manager (Projects). As a qualified accountant you’ll work closely with dynamic and enthusiastic professionals who are committed to making a difference.

A financial services recruitment agency in Edinburgh is looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist.The role involves managing accounts payable, processing invoices, and supporting VAT returns within a dynamic finance team.Flexibility in work hours is offered, along with opportunities for growth and

Accounts Assistant – £24,000 to £28,000 – Edinburgh EH10 5QE - Office based. Join Ian J Brown & Co — a modern, approachable accountancy firm with offices in Edinburgh and Dalkeith — as our next Accounts Assistant.

Barchester Healthcare in Bonnyrigg, United Kingdom, is looking for a General Assistant to support residents with a range of day-to-day tasks across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry and catering.

Lusona LLP in Paisley is seeking a Finance Administrator to join its busy finance team.The role focuses on supporting accounts payable and general financial processes, with office-based work in Paisley.The successful candidate will be proactive, detail‑oriented and able to prioritise workload.This

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a General Assistant to support care home operations in Polton, Scotland. As a General Assistant, you'll build positive relationships with residents, using your compassionate approach to provide exceptional care.

Heineken is seeking a Finance Analyst in Edinburgh to support the Record to Report process.You will help with period-end close, financial controls, and collaboration with the Krakow SSC while contributing to the ERP migration readiness.The role blends core accounting duties with business partnering

PlayerData is looking for a detail-oriented Management Accountant to join their finance team on a 6-month contract. Ideal candidates will be part qualified or fully qualified accountants with excellent communication skills.

A leading restaurant chain in Edinburgh is seeking a Financial Assistant to oversee financial operations and compliance at their cafe.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments seeks a finance tech-enabled professional to transform controllership through automation, data analytics and process improvement.You will develop Python solutions, build Power BI dashboards, and collaborate across Finance, Risk, and Technology to deliver scalable re

A leading financial services firm in Edinburgh is seeking a Business Analyst for a 12-month FTC.In this role, you'll deliver program analysis for significant platform transformations, bridging business needs and technical solutions.The ideal candidate will have experience in financial services, stro

Own technical onboarding and turn complexity into smoothgo ‑ lives.Support customershands ‑ on, providingsecond ‑ linehelp when it matters.Work across products and integrations with partners like Visa andThredd.If so, we would love to hear from you!.Modulris the payments automation platform th

Qualified Chartered Accountant (or equivalent) with relevant experience.

HEINEKEN UK in Edinburgh is seeking a Finance Analyst – Record to Report to join our Reporting and Accounting team.You will support period-end close processes, balance sheet reconciliations and governance around financial controls, acting as a liaison with our Krakow shared service centre.You will

Iconic Resourcing is looking for an experienced Management Accountant for their Edinburgh office.

Carclo Plc is hiring a Management Accountant for its Musselburgh site to support finance operations and deliver financial analysis.