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Financial Accountant - 6 month FTC - Edinburgh

£50,000 - £60,000 - Financial Services - Qualified Accountancy & Finance
Ref: 2514 Date Posted: Thursday 10 Apr 2025

Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid Working)

W&A is delighted to be supporting a global FinTech in its search for a Financial Accountant to join its finance team for a 6 month FTC. This is a varied and dynamic role that combines core reporting and financial control responsibilities with the opportunity to partner across the wider business.

The business has seen consistent year-on-year growth and continues on the upward trajectory as they implement their growth strategy. 

The Opportunity

You’ll support the monthly and quarterly reporting cycle; help drive financial accuracy and insight and work closely with key stakeholders across multiple departments. This is a great opportunity for a finance professional with strong technical knowledge who enjoys combining accounting with commercial engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare monthly reports, including KPI and variance analysis
  • Assist with FCA reporting and quarterly VAT returns
  • Contribute to payroll and pension calculations
  • Prepare journals, balance sheet reconciliations, and expense reviews
  • Provide analytical insights and commentary to help challenge and improve business performance
  • Work collaboratively with finance and operational teams to support financial decision-making
  • Own the client billing process, ensuring accuracy and completeness
  • Monitor aged debt, liaise with internal stakeholders, and support cash collection activity
  • Ensure accurate tracking of communication with clients and maintain up-to-date debtor records

About You:

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ICAS, ICAEW or equivalent)
  • Strong experience in a finance environment
  • Strong Excel skills and a detail-oriented, analytical mindset
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience in management/statutory accounts or IFRS knowledge is a plus
  • Exposure to systems such as Dynamics 365, NAV, or Qlik would be beneficial