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Finance Business Partner Day Rate: Up to 300 per day Location: Edinburgh (1 day per week in office) Contract: 10 months Start: ASAP A public sector organisation in Edinburgh is looking for an experienced Senior Finance Partner to support the finance function during a major finance system transition. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to maintain strong financial reporting and controls while helping the organisation move to its new finance system. You will also provide day to day leadership to a small finance team, supporting workflow and delivery across key finance activities. This opportunity would suit a Management Accountant or Finance Business Partner with public sector experience who enjoys working in a complex and purpose driven environment. Responsibilities • Deliver management accounts, budgeting and financial reporting, • Support the organisation through a finance system transition, • Prepare and review VAT returns including partial recovery, • Maintain accuracy of financial records and trial balance, • Provide day to day support to a team of up to 5 finance staff, • Work with managers to develop realistic financial forecasts Requirements Essential • Public sector finance experience, • Management accounting and financial reporting background, • Experience preparing VAT returns, • Ability to support and coordinate a small finance team, • Strong Excel and financial systems knowledge Qualifications Qualified, Part Qualified or Qualified by Experience accountants will be considered. Desirable • Charity sector experience, • Knowledge of Charity SORP Working Pattern Hybrid working with typically one day per week in the Edinburgh office. Start Date Looking for someone who can start ASAP. Candidates finishing a contract within roughly the next two weeks will also be considered. Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Interim Project Accountant 3 Month Contract (Inside IR35) \n\n Location: Hybrid Edinburgh preferred, 2 days per week in office with travel to other sites as required \nContract Type: Interim / 3 months initially, full-time \nDay Rate: 250 per day (inside IR35) \nStart Date: Immediate \n\n \n\n About the Role \n\n We are seeking a Project Accountant to join a small, dynamic finance team supporting multiple international projects. This role will provide financial oversight, reporting, and controls for a portfolio of ongoing projects, ensuring budgets and costs are accurately monitored and that financial reporting meets internal and external requirements. \n\n You will work closely with project managers, operational teams, and finance colleagues to ensure all projects are properly accounted for and that donors/funders receive timely, accurate reporting. \n\n \n\n Key Responsibilities \n\n\n\t • Monitor project financial performance and provide insights to management \n\t, • Maintain project records, coding, and financial reconciliations in Sage Intacct \n\t, • Prepare timely financial reports for internal stakeholders and funders \n\t, • Challenge budgets, forecasts, and costs with operational teams \n\t, • Support audits (project and statutory) and implement robust controls \n\t, • Assist with financial aspects of funding proposals and grant claims \n\t, • Qualified by experience, part-qualified or qualified accountant \n\t, • Proven experience in project accounting / financial management\n\t, • Advanced Excel skills; Sage Intacct experience highly desirable \n\t, • Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting skills \n\t, • Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently \n\t, • Small finance team (Edinburgh-based) supporting ~20 live projects globally \n\t, • Collaborative environment with opportunity to shape reporting and controls \n\t, • Work in a mission-driven, impact-focused organisation\n\t, • Immediate start with short-term contract (potential extension or perm conversion) \n\t, • Make a real impact on financial processes and project outcomes \n\t

Management Accountant | 12 Month Contract | (Inside IR35) | Hybrid, Glasgow| Starting ASAP Day Rate: DOE About the Role: You'll support the Strategic Finance Planning and Analysis Manager with the full financial planning cycle. This includes coordinating, reviewing and submitting annual budget plans, making sure allocations stay within approved funding limits, and ensuring any extra funding requests follow the correct approval process. You'll monitor and analyse the in‑year budget position, challenging monthly submissions from Finance Managers and preparing information for regular meetings with Finance Business Partners. You'll help deliver all management reporting requirements, including monthly budget updates, forecasts and contributions to formal budget reviews for senior leadership and external stakeholders. You will also deputise for the SFP&A Manager when required and provide line management support to the Assistant Management Accountant. Key Responsibilities of the Role • Production of the monthly management accounts, including analysing, investigating and reporting on significant budgetary variances, advising on the necessary remedial action and monitoring the implementation of these actions., • Management of the annual financial planning process including coordinating submissions through Finance Business Partners and reviewing financial plans to ensure high quality budget setting and monitoring., • Providing financial support and guidance throughout, including providing specialist advice on key strategic financial management areas such as: risks and opportunities within budgeting and forecast outturns, financial planning and wider risk management, decision making, capital accounting and delegations., • Preparing materials for the client decision making through scenario planning and attending meetings with Finance Business Partners on a monthly/quarterly basis to understand the financial environment and identify then implement effective analysis requirements., • Assist with completion of the the clients statutory accounts in accordance with the relevant IFRS accounting standards, policies and procedures. This includes assisting with completion of the asset notes (including reviewing and authorising asset forms) and preparation of the financial performance disclosures., • Completion of all regular financial submissions for Scottish Government, including reporting on the monthly corporate budget position and forecast outturn, preparation of the Autumn & Spring Budget revisions and budget profiling. Essential Skills & Experience: • Membership of a recognised professional accountancy body e.g. ACCA, CIPFA, CIMA. Candidates in the final stages of becoming qualified with relevant financial experience will also be considered., • Financial Experience: Experience of coordinating and managing budgets, with the ability to constructively analyse, scrutinise and challenge financial plans, including providing guidance and support to a wide range of staff in accordance with policy and procedures., • Management Experience: Previous management experience within a Finance function with the ability to successfully manage people ensuring all tasks are completed within required timescales., • Accountancy Experience: Experience in supporting the production of statutory accounts under IFRS, including preparation of supporting schedules., • Technical Knowledge: Detailed understanding of a financial accounting system with the ability to interrogate and report effectively from the system and using Excel at an advanced level. This role has been deemed Inside IR35 by the client. Applicants must hold, or be happy to apply for, a valid Basic Disclosure Scotland. Please click the link to apply. To From Record Yes No Always use these settings

Client Manager – Accountancy Practice Edinburgh A respected, medium-sized accountancy practice is looking to appoint a Client Manager to oversee a portfolio of clients and lead the delivery of high-quality accountancy, tax, and advisory services. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys client engagement and is ready to take the next step in their career within a supportive and progressive firm. Key Responsibilities • Manage a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors, acting as their primary point of contact., • Review and sign off accounts, tax returns, VAT returns, and management accounts prepared by junior staff., • Provide proactive advice on tax efficiency, financial reporting, and business planning., • Maintain strong, long-term client relationships through regular communication and outstanding service delivery., • Identify opportunities to add value and support clients’ business growth., • Lead, mentor, and support junior members of the team, providing training and development where required., • Assist in business development through networking, referrals, and cross-selling services. The ideal candidate will: • Be ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)., • Have significant experience working within an accountancy practice., • Possess strong technical knowledge across accounts preparation, tax compliance, and advisory services., • Demonstrate excellent communication and relationship management skills., • Be confident managing multiple deadlines and delivering work to a high standard., • Be commercially aware, with the ability to identify opportunities to grow and develop client relationships., • 4 day week, • A varied and interesting client portfolio, offering exposure across multiple sectors., • A collaborative and supportive working environment with modern systems and flexible practices., • Competitive salary and benefits package., • Clear opportunities for further progression and professional development. This is a fantastic opportunity for a client-focused professional who enjoys building relationships, delivering expert advice, and playing a key role in the ongoing success of a modern, medium-sized practice. 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. 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.

The Company Able Bridge Recruitment are thrilled to be working with a leading independent accountancy firm in the recruitment of a qualified accountant. Our client is in the throws of a growth period and are looking to recruit due to this expansion. Benefits include Flexible working patterns Competitive salary with regular benchmarking exercises to maintain above industry pay awards Life Cover Generous retail discount scheme Several funded staff social activities annually Pension contribution This vacancy, the result of forecasted growth within the Edinburgh/East Central Belt region and would suit an individual who is looking for a career move where progression is on the table from day one. You will be joining a fiercely independent accountancy firm who understands the value in being independent for employee and client experience. The Responsibilities The purpose of this role is to take a lead in preparing a portfolio of clients accounts to conform to UK statutory standards as well as providing business advisory support. You will be working within a small team in terms of staff numbers, however the goal is change this. On a day-to-day basis you can expect to be responsible for the following; Management of a small portfolio of SME businesses Maintaining regular client contact to deliver a proactive and client centred service Training and supervising students within the team Reviewing work of colleagues and students and providing constructive feedback and development pointers Preparation of Limited Company, LLP, partnership and sole trader accounts Preparation of management accounts Drafting of Personal and Corporation Tax computations Assisting departmental assistant managers with ad hoc client tasks Maintaining up to date technical knowledge of accounting standards, corporation and personal tax Oral and written communication with client and HMRC Excellent development opportunities The Requirements We are ideally seeking a professionally qualified ACCA, ICAS or ICAEW or a candidate who is nearly qualified. We are looking for this person to come into the organisation and make an immediate impact with minimal input, as such we are looking for a minimum of 3 years worth of accounting experience within the UK in an accounting firm. The successful candidate will be liaising with colleagues and clients alike so excellent communication skills are vital competencies. The client is looking at applicants who are able to physically come to their Edinburgh office for a minimum of 3 days per week. Our client does not hold a license to offer study support so will only consider applicants who are able to work unrestricted within the UK and who are based in the immediate vicinity. If you are interested in hearing more detail about this role or would like to have a confidential chat about a potential career move, please do not hesitate in contacting me.

Are you an experienced finance professional with a passion for project management and charity work? THE ORGANISATION 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, • Offer flexible working options, including local travel and remote working THE ROLE The Interim Project Accountant will serve as the key finance contact for multiple projects, overseeing financial planning, tracking, and reporting. You’ll support project managers with budgeting, monitor costs, prepare financial reports, and ensure compliance with funders’ guidelines. Your role...

The Company Able Bridge Recruitment are thrilled to be working with a leading independent accountancy firm in the recruitment of a qualified accountant. Our client is in the throws of a growth period and are looking to recruit due to this expansion. Benefits include Flexible working patterns Competitive salary with regular benchmarking exercises to maintain above industry pay awards Life Cover Generous retail discount scheme Several funded staff social activities annually Pension contribution This vacancy, the result of forecasted growth within the Edinburgh/East Central Belt region and would suit an individual who is looking for a career move where progression is on the table from day one. You will be joining a fiercely independent accountancy firm who understands the value in being independent for employee and client experience. The Responsibilities The purpose of this role is to take a lead in preparing a portfolio of clients accounts to conform to UK statutory standards as well as providing business advisory support. You will be working within a small team in terms of staff numbers, however the goal is change this. On a day-to-day basis you can expect to be responsible for the following; Management of a small portfolio of SME businesses Maintaining regular client contact to deliver a proactive and client centred service Training and supervising students within the team Reviewing work of colleagues and students and providing constructive feedback and development pointers Preparation of Limited Company, LLP, partnership and sole trader accounts Preparation of management accounts Drafting of Personal and Corporation Tax computations Assisting departmental assistant managers with ad hoc client tasks Maintaining up to date technical knowledge of accounting standards, corporation and personal tax Oral and written communication with client and HMRC Excellent development opportunities The Requirements We are ideally seeking a professionally qualified ACCA, ICAS or ICAEW or a candidate who is nearly qualified. We are looking for this person to come into the organisation and make an immediate impact with minimal input, as such we are looking for a minimum of 3 years worth of accounting experience within the UK in an accounting firm. The successful candidate will be liaising with colleagues and clients alike so excellent communication skills are vital competencies. The client is looking at applicants who are able to physically come to their Edinburgh office for a minimum of 3 days per week. Our client does not hold a license to offer study support so will only consider applicants who are able to work unrestricted within the UK and who are based in the immediate vicinity. If you are interested in hearing more detail about this role or would like to have a confidential chat about a potential career move, please do not hesitate in contacting me.c272c101-f45c-4783-b4a0-50ad222b87c0

Financial Controller Our client has an opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to manage the Administrative & Finance Function and to ensure that running of the business on a day to day basis. Responsible for leading office operations, financial management, and human resources while driving the adoption of AI tools and automation to improve efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making. This role blends accounting expertise, people management, and digital innovation to support business growth. Main responsibilities: • Banking, Sales Invoicing, Purchasing, Journals, Payroll, Vat, • Overseeing of the P& Ls for the group, • Managing the company house rentals, negotiations and Company Procedures and Asset Financing, • Reviewing of Pricing, insurance & contract renewals & annual review of Company terms & Conditions, • Prepare & review financial statements, budgets, forecasts, monitor cash flow, expenses & financial performance, • Manage accounts payable/receivable and payroll processes & financial records & oversee bookkeeping, • Overseeing of the office function & HR Staff contracts, leave, policies, staff evaluations, • Chartered Accountant qualification (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, • Strong IT Proficiency JBRP1_UKTJ

What Are We Looking For? With our ongoing growth, an exciting opportunity has opened within the Finance Team for a Financial Systems Analyst to join our team in Cumbernauld or Edinburgh. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will take responsibility of enabling high-quality commercial decision-making through robust data, systems ownership, and insightful financial analysis. As an integral part of the Finance Team, the Financial Systems Analyst will lead the data and systems perspective within Commercial Finance, ensuring month-end reporting is accurate and timely, business plans are analytically robust, and finance systems and data structures are fit for purpose and continuously improved. Some of Your Key Duties Include: Lead the data and systems elements of the month-end process within Commercial Finance. Produce accurate, timely and insightful monthly reporting packs (revenue, margin, cost, KPIs). Ensure integrity and reconciliation of financial and operational data across systems. Deliver variance analysis against budget, forecast and prior year, highlighting risks and opportunities. Continuously improve automation and efficiency of reporting processes. Support the development of annual budgets, reforecasts and long-range plans from a data and modelling perspective. Build and maintain robust financial models to evaluate commercial opportunities and strategic initiatives. Provide scenario analysis and sensitivity modelling to support decision-making. Ensure planning tools and datasets are aligned with reporting structures and business requirements. Act as the systems and data lead within Commercial Finance. Own and develop finance data models, reporting structures, and system integrations. Translate commercial finance requirements into system and reporting solutions. Identify and drive process improvement initiatives across finance data flows. Provide analytical support to Commercial Finance Business Partners and senior stakeholders. Turn complex data into clear, actionable insights. Support pricing, contract evaluation and profitability analysis. Challenge assumptions using data-driven evidence. What Do You Need? Qualified / part-qualified accountant or equivalent commercial finance experience. Strong financial modelling and analytical skills. Advanced Excel skills; experience with financial modelling best practices. Experience with finance systems (e.g. ERP, planning tools, BI platforms). Strong data manipulation skills (e.g. Power BI, SQL, Power Query or similar). Experience supporting month-end and budgeting processes. Strong attention to detail and data accuracy. Ability to communicate complex analysis clearly to non-technical stakeholders. Full UK Driving Licence. Who Are We? RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market-leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater, and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK. RSE provides offsite modular build solutions using a low-carbon approach compared to traditional construction methods and our unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence. Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure we’re on hand for all our clients’ needs. Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE’s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development. What RSE Offer To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that RSE is renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment. At RSE, you’ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your own career through our Business Streams and work within dynamic teams that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader. Industry-leading salary based on your experience. Hybrid Working (where applicable). A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go. Private Healthcare (Personal). Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years’ service. Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme. Company Pension Scheme. Cycle to Work. Discounted National Gym Membership. Professional Fees Paid. Employee Discount Platform. EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme. Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse. In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive. If you’re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now

Our client is a growing firm of Chartered Accountants based in a prime Edinburgh location. Following a strong period of growth, they would like to take on an CA or ACCA qualified accountant. The firm provides accountancy services to clients from a broad range of industries, which include: Health & Beauty, Luxury Retail, Energy, Property and HNWI's. Responsibilities for the Senior Accountant will include: - Preparing / reviewing statutory accounts for sole traders, limited companies and partnerships - Assisting clients with cash flow and budgeting - Completing / reviewing VAT returns - Preparing tax returns - Assisting clients with day to day queries - Ad hoc project work - Supervising junior members of the accounts team and delegating work The ideal candidate will currently be working as an Accounts Senior or Senior Accountant at a small / medium sized practice. You will be looking for a client-facing role working with an exciting client base and great opportunities for progression. To be considered for this opportunity, you must: - Be ACCA / CA qualified (or close to qualifying) - Have a minimum of 4 years experience at a UK accountancy firm - Have extensive experience of preparing year end accounts under FRS 102 Staff at the firm enjoy flexible working and an excellent benefits package. If this role appeals to you and you feel that you have the required experience, please apply today! TPBN1_UKTJ