Project Accountant - Intercompany - Edinburgh

W&A are delighted to be engaged by a global professional services client to source a Project Accountant – Intercompany. The role is based in Edinburgh city centre and offers a competitive salary, plus bonus and benefits (more details below).

Company Profile

Our client is a well-established global professional services firm with a strong presence across multiple international markets. They provide innovative and strategic solutions, leveraging deep industry expertise to drive efficiency and enhance financial operations. This opportunity offers finance professionals the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment, gaining exposure to complex intercompany transactions and high-impact projects within a collaborative team.

Position Profile

The Project Accountant – Intercompany will play a critical role in managing financial transactions across entities, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and supporting key projects that drive business improvement. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to process enhancements and gain significant exposure to international financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency in intercompany accounting.
• Work closely with project managers to provide financial insights, track costs, and drive projects to completion.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all intercompany and project-related financial transactions.
• Process intercompany transactions, ensuring accurate recording in the general ledger.
• Generate intercompany invoices, maintaining compliance with internal policies and accounting standards.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations of intercompany accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Collaborate with finance teams across multiple departments and international offices to facilitate transactions and ensure data integrity.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, FRS 102, and other relevant regulations.
• Assist in the preparation of consolidated financial statements, ensuring accurate reflection of intercompany transactions.
• Support internal and external audits by providing relevant documentation and explanations.

Person Profile

• Qualified accountant (ICAS, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent), part-qualified and qualified by experience candidates will be considered
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, and project management.
• Experience in intercompany accounting and reconciliation processes.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and present financial data effectively.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, able to work across multiple teams.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial documentation and reporting.
• Proficiency in financial software, spreadsheets, and project management tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Package & Benefits

The Project Accountant - Intercompany role offers:

• Competitive base salary (reviewed annually)
• Bonus scheme
• Pension: Competitive employer contribution
• Healthcare: Private medical cover
• Annual leave: 33 days annual leave
• Enhanced parental leave
• Career development opportunities within a global organisation

The role is based in Edinburgh, easily accessible via public transport, with a flexible hybrid working model.

How to Apply

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact W&A for a private and confidential discussion about the role and your current circumstances.

Alternatively, please apply, and we will be in touch.