Job Title: Interim Financial Accountant
Location: Edinburgh, UK
Job Type: Full-Time, Interim Hybrid Work
Duration: Start ASAP – Up to 6 Months
Rate: £300 / day

Overview:
Hays are seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive Interim Financial Accountant to support a new dynamic finance team in Edinburgh. This role is critical in ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and effective oversight of financial operations across multiple entities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure sound application of basic accounting principles and practices
• Manage tax preparation duties and payroll processing, liaising with external tax advisors as needed
• Lead financial control activities, including monthly analysis and variance reporting
• Review account and bank reconciliations for accuracy and completeness
• Oversee invoice processing, payments, and financial calculations
• Ensure accurate financial data entry into accounting systems
• Manage and plan detailed cash flow forecasts
• Support the preparation of year-end statutory accounts and audit schedules
• Liaise with external auditors, providing documentation and support
• Recommend improvements to financial processes and internal controls
• Prepare monthly financial reports for sub-entities and branches
• Collaborate with project and country management teams to resolve financial queries and performance issues

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Financial Accountant, ideally within a multinational organisation
• Strong proficiency in spreadsheets, databases, MS Office, and financial software
• In-depth knowledge of UK accounting and tax regulations
• Degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Ability to mentor and develop junior staff

Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a well-established organisation, offering a hands-on role with strategic visibility and the chance to lead key financial processes during a critical period.