Interim Project Accountant
15 days ago
Edinburgh
A UK-based charitable organisation is seeking a flexible and dedicated Interim Project Accountant to support their busy finance team. They manage around 20 to 30 active projects at any given time, ranging from local initiatives to international aid. The organisation values proactive financial oversight, teamwork, and internal controls to ensure that each project delivers maximum impact within budget. They are committed to making a difference and operate in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. • Small, proactive finance team with a mix of full-time staff and interim support, • Diverse portfolio including international and local projects with funding from various sources, • Use of Sage Intacct for financial management, with ongoing systems development, • Emphasise collaboration across multiple locations, mainly Edinburgh and Dundee, • Partner with project teams to provide financial oversight, monitor budgets, and report on project performance, • Prepare accurate financial reports for funders, internal management, and external auditors, • Track project costs against budgets, investigate variances, and ensure proper coding and documentation in Sage Intacct, • Support the development of funding proposals and financial aspects of grant applications, • Assist with project audits, statutory accounts, and financial reconciliations Mandatory: • Demonstrated experience in project or charity sector finance, • Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial data, • Proficiency with ERP systems, Excel, and financial reporting tools, • Knowledge of UK charity accounting principles, including restricted funds and fund management, • Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS) or qualified by experience, • Starting ASAP, with a quick onboarding process, • Competitive day rate with flexible engagement terms, • Support and training in a collaborative team environment, • Potential for permanent employment for the right candidate 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 individuals "protected characteristic". If you like the look of this vacancy and think you could perform the role, but, you dont think you meet all the requirements, please DO APPLY for this opportunity. Data shows that certain groups, mainly women and people from Black and Minority communities, are less likely to apply for jobs where they dont meet 100% of role requirements. iMultiply would encourage you to apply for roles where there is room for development and growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr