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Reed Finance are delighted to be partnering with a large and complex organisation to recruit a Head of Financial Accounting. \n This is a key leadership role within the finance function, responsible for leading financial accounting and transaction processing teams while ensuring the delivery of high-quality statutory reporting, financial control, compliance and technical accounting expertise. \n Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will play a critical role in supporting strategic decision-making, maintaining robust financial governance and driving continuous improvement across finance operations. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead and develop the Financial Accounting and Transaction Processing functions.\n, • Oversee the preparation of statutory accounts and regulatory returns.\n, • Provide expert technical accounting guidance on complex financial matters.\n, • Ensure robust financial controls, compliance and governance arrangements are in place.\n, • Manage relationships with external auditors and specialist advisers.\n, • Support strategic financial planning and corporate reporting activities.\n, • Drive process improvement initiatives and enhance financial systems and controls.\n, • Partner with senior leaders across the organisation to provide commercial and financial insight.\n\n About You \n\n • Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).\n, • Significant experience in financial accounting, statutory reporting and financial control.\n, • Strong technical accounting knowledge and ability to interpret complex accounting issues.\n, • Proven leadership experience, including managing and developing finance teams.\n, • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.\n, • Experience working within a large, complex organisation.\n, • Knowledge of charity, public sector or not-for-profit accounting environments would be advantageous.\n\n For a confidential discussion, please contact Roddy Mackenzie, Senior Executive Consultant at Reed, or apply today.

\n W&A is supporting an innovation-led organisation in Edinburgh to appoint a Senior Finance Lead who will play a key role across venture investment and technology commercialisation. \n \n This is an 18-month fixed-term contract offers a hybrid approach: Edinburgh-based candidates would ideally spend around three days per week in the office, while candidates based further afield who can attend less frequently will also be considered. \n \n The Opportunity \n \n This is a distinctive, dual-focused corporate finance opportunity offering exposure to both venture capital and the commercialisation of cutting-edge innovation. You'll take ownership of key finance activity for an active venture investment portfolio while also providing post-deal financial support across a high-value technology licensing portfolio. \n \n The remit combines technical accounting, valuation, commercial analysis, financial control and strategic insight, with the opportunity to work closely with investment, technology transfer and finance stakeholders. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n \n \n • Lead valuation reporting and fair value analysis across an active portfolio of early-stage companies.\n, • Support statutory compliance, financial reporting and the continued development of robust finance data and systems.\n, • Provide post-deal finance support for technology transfer and licensing activity, including commercial financial analysis.\n, • Undertake royalty audits and financial risk evaluations across a high-value licensing portfolio.\n, • Deliver performance analysis and clear, insightful reporting to support effective decision-making.\n, • Provide strategic financial insight and collaborate with colleagues across investment, commercialisation and wider finance teams.\n, • Depending on experience and capability, take on line management responsibilities.\n \n \n Candidate Profile \n \n \n • A professionally qualified accountant.\n, • Strong working knowledge of UK GAAP, particularly FRS 102, together with an understanding of relevant valuation guidance.\n, • Experience of fair value valuation analysis, ideally involving early-stage, venture-backed or growth businesses.\n, • A track record of producing meaningful performance analysis and management information that supports decision-making.\n, • Strong commercial judgement, with the confidence to assess financial risk and translate complex information into practical insight.\n, • A collaborative, proactive and delivery-focused approach, with the ability to build trusted relationships across different stakeholder groups.\n \n \n Package & Benefits \n \n \n • Salary: £48,000 - £58,000 per annum.\n, • 18-month fixed-term contract.\n, • Generous 40 days of combined annual leave and public holiday entitlement.\n, • Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 14.5%.\n, • Family-friendly policies and flexible working options.\n, • Ongoing support for professional development and career growth.\n \n \n Reasons to Join \n \n • Gain rare exposure to the intersection of venture capital, innovation and technology commercialisation.\n, • Work across a varied portfolio spanning investment valuations, licensing economics, financial risk and strategic reporting.\n, • Join a collaborative, progressive environment where finance plays a visible role in supporting innovation and commercial impact.\n, • Benefit from meaningful flexibility around office attendance, opening the opportunity to candidates across a wider geographic area.\n \n \n To learn more or apply, please contact Andrea Green for a private and confidential discussion. Alternatively, submit your CV and we'll be in touch. \n

This full-time, office-based role offers broad exposure across corporate and alternative investment fund accounting, direct client contact and the opportunity to develop alongside experienced accountants. Broaden your experience across both corporate and fund accounting. Learn from experienced accou

\n Hays are delighted to be supporting a well-established and values-driven organisation in the Edinburgh area with the appointment of an interim Head of Finance. This is a unique opportunity for a qualified accountant to join an organisation undergoing an exciting period of transformation and development. Working closely with senior leadership, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing financial processes, improving systems and supporting strategic planning across the wider organisation. This position offers a blend of project leadership, finance transformation and stakeholder engagement, making it ideal for an experienced finance professional who enjoys driving change and delivering continuous improvement. \n The Role \n Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, you will lead a range of financial improvement projects focused on strengthening financial reporting, enhancing systems and supporting long-term business planning. You will work closely with finance colleagues, budget holders and senior stakeholders to ensure financial information is accurate, insightful and supports effective decision-making. This is a highly visible role that will suit an individual with strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills and a passion for improving processes and systems.Key Responsibilities \n \n • Lead the review, development and enhancement of financial systems and processes\n, • Improve the monthly management accounts process, reporting and financial analysis\n, • Support the delivery of budgeting, forecasting and long-term business planning activities\n, • Work closely with senior stakeholders to provide meaningful financial insight and recommendations\n, • Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce manual administration\n, • Support year-end accounts preparation and coordinate with auditors and budget holders\n, • Develop financial reporting tools and templates to improve business planning and decision-making\n, • Lead and influence change initiatives across finance and corporate services functions\n, • Ensure robust financial controls, governance and reporting processes are maintained\n, • Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support project delivery and organisational objectives\n \n Candidate Profile \n Hays are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking finance professional who is passionate about continuous improvement and enjoys leading change within a collaborative environment. \n Essential: \n \n • Qualified Accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)\n, • Strong post-qualification experience within a finance leadership, projects or transformation role\n, • Proven experience improving finance systems, processes and reporting capabilities\n, • Strong management accounting, planning and financial analysis skills\n, • Experience leading complex projects and delivering organisational change\n, • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills\n, • Ability to influence and engage colleagues at all levels\n, • Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and solutions-focused approach\n \n Desirable: \n \n • Experience within the charity, not-for-profit or public sector\n, • Financial systems implementation or upgrade experience\n, • Exposure to business planning and organisational transformation projects\n, • Experience working with auditors and supporting year-end reporting processes\n \n What's on Offer \n An opportunity to join a highly respected organisation in a visible and impactful leadership role. You will have the chance to shape financial processes, influence strategic planning and drive meaningful change across the organisation. The role offers a collaborative and supportive working environment, exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to leave a lasting mark through the successful delivery of key financial improvement projects. If you're a qualified accountant with a passion for transformation, systems improvement and business partnering, we'd be keen to hear from you. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk \n

ASA Recruitments client, a Public Sector organisation in Edinburgh, is currently looking to recruit a Director of Finance for an initial 3 month contract (with potential of up to 12 months) on a rate of c.£500-£550/day inside of IR35 (based on experience). This is a hybrid role with 2/3 days onsite in Edinburgh per week.The Role:The Director of Finance leads the Finance and Procurement functions of the organisation, managing the appropriate spend of the budget (approx. £500m) as to reporting and forecasting and medium-term financial planning; all Annual Accounts and Audit processes. They are also in control of the management of the finance teams across entire estate.The Director of Finance leads in delivering systems and controls for forecasting, appropriate spend and financial reporting for the operation across Scotland and best use of public money; as well as the management and strategy of the estate.They will lead on the annual Budget and Spending Reviews. The role requires extensive engagement and collaboration with colleagues across the organisation, and coordination of the forecasting, monitoring and reporting of the Budget across tax, expenditure and investment. The post also has management responsibility for Finance and Procurement functions.Responsibilities:Provide advice to the Chief Executive and lead on the development of financial strategy aligned to the current and future priorities.Oversee the creation and implementation of a clear, cohesive and focused financial strategy, underpinned by a robust approach to risk management, financial compliance and financial planning.Advise the Chief Executive, Directors and organisation, as relevant, on appropriate budget allocation, drawing together economic forecasts and strategies to manage allocation risk across resource, capital and operating budgets.As part of the senior leadership team, ensure appropriate processes and controls are in place so that budgets are balanced.Provide strategic and technical advice, financial forecasting and assurance in support of strategic corporate priorities and transformation programmes.Lead the development, delivery and publication of the annual Budget and Spending Reviews to ensure each Budget delivers clear and increased impact from resource and capital investment.Oversee the production of statutory accounts, ensuring accuracy and delivery to agreed timescales.Essential Experience:Strong technical financial accounting skills and ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and succinctly to a wide range of audiences, including to non-finance colleagues.Experience of implementing or managing effective, sustainable change, modifying and improving behaviours.Highly effective leadership, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate and collaborate with a range of staff and stakeholders.Strong planning and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage a diverse workload and team; able to adapt to changing situations and managing competing priorities.Significant financial management experience at a senior management level with a clear understanding of: Public body expectations, integrated approaches to improvement, performance, management information and risk management , the relationship between strategy and financial managementHigh levels of numeracy and understanding of financial frameworks.This includes the ability to: Understand Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors, deal with complex financial instruments . drive quality, efficiency and value for money in the management of budgetsDesirable Experience:The successful candidate must be fully CCAB qualified as a professional accountant with up to date CPD and have membership of a recognised professional accountancy bodyTPBN1_UKTJ

If you're a qualified accountant with experience of ESG reporting, this could be a great opportunity to join our Finance team. You'll work across Finance, Sustainability, Corporate Affairs, Supply Chain and Commerce, as well as with colleagues across HEINEKEN globally. Who we're looking forWe're loo

Leonardo in Edinburgh is seeking a Tax Compliance Accountant to support corporate tax compliance for the UK entity. Responsibilities include managing tax returns, ensuring timely payments, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will hold a qualification in com

As a Tax Compliance Accountant you will report to the Senior Tax Manager, taking responsibility for supporting corporate tax compliance for the main UK legal entity and its subsidiaries including preparation of all aspects of the corporate tax compliance cycle and statutory reporting, liaising with

For their Jersey operation we are looking to help fill the role of senior corporate and fund accountant. Applicants should be fully qualified accountants with a minimum of five years PQE. Skills required include the preparation of complex financial statements for corporate clients and investment

The role also includes oversight and coordination of key corporate services such as IT systems, cyber security, business continuity, contracts and insurance. Corporate Systems and Organisational Infrastructure. Working in partnership with the Co-CEO Corporate Development:.

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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

What you would doHead up and grow the Finance & Regulatory Data team, including data engineers and a data scientist, across EuropeOwn the strategy, architecture and roadmap for Mews' finance and regulatory data platformPrioritise and deliver data projects that serve Corporate Finance, FP&A, Financia

Job ID: JN-062026-7052261Posted: 2026-07-01Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, GBSalary: 77994 - 90993/yearType: TemporaryCompany: Michael PageContact: Stuart WeekesJob function: AccountingSubsector: Financial AccountingSector: Healthcare / PharmaceuticalWhere: EdinburghContract type: TemporaryConsultant

Basic informationLocationBelfast, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, ManchesterBusiness LineTechnology & TransformationJob TypePermanent / FTCDate published17-Aug-2026Req #23671Job descriptionConnect to your IndustryAs an Elite Platinum Global Alliance Partner, Deloitte has a long-standing relatio

Finance Analytics & AI ManagerCareer level: Manager (CL7) ·Location: London / Manchester / Edinburgh ·Practice: Finance Reinvention Partner (EPM)About Finance RPWithin Accenture, the Finance Reinvention Partner helps clients improve financial performance around the CFO agenda — driving best-in

Basic informationLocationBelfast, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, ManchesterBusiness LineTechnology & TransformationJob TypePermanent / FTCDate published03-Aug-2026Req #23562Job descriptionConnect to your IndustryAs an Elite Platinum Global Alliance Partner, Deloitte has a long standing relatio

Job ID: 200045978Posted: 2026-08-18Location: United Kingdom, Multiple Locations, Multiple LocationsEmployment type: Full-TimeWork site: 3 days / week in-officeRole type: Individual ContributorTravel: Less than 25%Profession: FinanceDiscipline: Financial AnalysisCompany: MicrosoftOverviewMicrosoft Fi

Basic informationLocationBelfast, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, ManchesterBusiness LineTechnology & TransformationJob TypePermanent / FTCDate published03-Aug-2026Req #23504Job descriptionConnect to your IndustryAs an Elite Platinum Global Alliance Partner, Deloitte has a long standing relatio

Who you areYour skills will include:Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with substantial post-qualification experience. Strong technical accounting expertise, including applying IFRS within a complex corporate environment.

Job Title: Forensic Accountant InvestigatorDepartment: Wholesale and Unauthorised Business InvestigationsDivision: Enforcement and Market Oversight (EMO)Salary: National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from 43,100 to 57,000 and London 47,300 to 63,000 (salary offered will be based on skills and experi

Reference: 4817264Job ID: 5407407Posted: 2026-07-29Closing date: 2026-10-26Location: EdinburghSalary: 50000–55000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Manufacturing & Production / Part Qualified AccountantCompany: HaysConsultant: Jackson McLeodHays office: London-City

Company DescriptionFounded and headquartered in Switzerland, Avaloq is continuously expanding its global footprint with around 2,500 colleagues in 12 countries, and more than 160 clients in 35 countries.We are an industry-leading provider of wealth management technology and services for financial in

About Columbia Threadneedle InvestmentsWorking at Columbia Threadneedle Investments you'll find growth and career opportunities across all of our businesses.We're intentionally built to help you succeed.Our reach is expansive with a global team of 2,300 people working together.Our capability is dive

Familiarity with the UK Corporate Governance Code (Provision 29) and the failure to prevent fraud offences under ECCTA 2023. Working collaboratively across Finance, Risk, and second-line assurance teams, our team thrives on simplifying complex concepts, empowering control owners, and maintaining a p

About The RoleAn exciting opportunity to support FDM's growth through targeted account management and business development.We work with some of the most innovative and disruptive businesses across the globe, providing consultancy solutions that deliver tangible results for our clients.With strengths

Your new roleAs Project Finance Manager, you will take on a critical role within the UK finance function, supporting a broad range of corporate finance activities across a growing project portfolio.

Senior Financial Reporting AccountantSenior Financial Reporting Accountant to join a progressive and fast-growing insurance company with a significant base in Gibraltar. Senior Financial Reporting Accountant | Regulatory Reporting | Gibraltar | Insurance | IFRS | Modelling | Solvency II | Regulator

Alternatively, Grant ThorntonAt Grant Thornton we do things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry.Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership.And we

Basic informationLocationBristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, ManchesterBusiness LineTechnology & TransformationJob TypePermanent / FTCDate published03-Aug-2026Req #24407Job descriptionConnect to your IndustryDo you want to be at the heart of some of the biggest and most ambitious AI & Data projects

Job ID: JN-082026-7080338Posted: 2026-08-10Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, GBType: Full-timeCompany: Michael PageContact: David RenfrewJob function: AccountingSubsector: Finance ManagerSector: Healthcare / PharmaceuticalWhere: EdinburghContract type: PermanentConsultant name: David RenfrewExcellent r

Practice: Finance Reinvention Partner (Finance RP) — SAP Finance transformation offeringLocation: Dublin, IrelandCareer Level: CL8 (Associate Manager)Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology

Our client, a respected fiduciary business based in St Helier, Jersey, is seeking a Management Accountant to support and strengthen their finance function. Discipline(s): TAX, FUNDS / INVESTMENTS, CORPORATE SERVICES / TRUST, ACCOUNTANCYJob type: Permanent.

Business Analyst Lead About Reply:Reply specialises in designing and implementing solutions based on new communication channels and digital media.Structured as a network of highly specialised companies, Reply supports leading European industrial groups in sectors such as Telco & Media, Industry and

Joining the team as Management Accountant, you will be responsible for the production of the monthly management accounts, reporting into the Senior Management Accountant. Has a process improvement mindsetWhat you'll get in return25 days annual leave plus 8 paid bank holidaysContributory Pension Sche

Due to high interest, this role may close earlier than advertised.We recommend applying as soon as possible.What you’ll doYour key accountabilities will include:Delivering key financial control, reconciliation and reporting activities across Property and Intercompany, ensuring transactions are acc

Job ID: JN-082026-7082757Posted: 2026-08-13Location: International, GBType: Full-timeCompany: Michael PageContact: Igor RochetteJob function: AccountingSubsector: Finance ManagerSector: FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)Where: InternationalContract type: PermanentConsultant name: Igor RochetteExperie

Basic information Location Belfast, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, Manchester Business Line Technology & Transformation Job Type Permanent / FTC Date published 03-Aug-2026 Req # 23506 Job description Connect to your IndustryAs an Elite Platinum Global Allian

Job ID: JN-082026-7082748Posted: 2026-08-13Location: International, GBType: Full-timeCompany: Michael PageContact: Igor RochetteJob function: AccountingSubsector: Finance ManagerSector: Industrial / ManufacturingWhere: InternationalContract type: PermanentConsultant name: Igor RochettePrevious exper

Job OverviewAre you an experienced Financial Accountant? Charles River Laboratories are seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join the Global Finance Department in Edinburgh on a permanent basis. This is a fantiastic opportunity for an exprienced Finance Accountant looking to build on key financ

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Job OverviewAre you looking to gain further experience in a Finance role?Charles River Laboratories are recruiting a Financial Accountant to join our Global Finance Department based in Edinburgh. Experience: Some industry-led experience in a related Financial Accountant role is essential.

Intercompany Finance Transformation ManagerCareer level: Manager (CL7) ·Location: London / Manchester / Edinburgh ·Practice: Finance Reinvention Partner (SAP / BlackLine)About Finance RPWithin Accenture, the Finance Reinvention Partner helps clients improve financial performance around the CFO a

Who you areYour skills and experience will include:A qualified accountant with strong FP&A, forecasting or business partnering experience and the ability to translate operational activity into financial impact.

Basic information Location Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, Manchester Business Line Technology & Transformation Job Type Permanent / FTC Date published 13-Aug-2026 Req # 22310 Job description Connect to your IndustryDeloitte's strategy is to be the market lea

Who you areA qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant post-qualified experience.