Systems Accountant

Systems Accountant (Interim)

Edinburgh City Centre | Hybrid Working Competitive Daily Rate Initial 3-Month Contract

Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a well-established Edinburgh-based organisation to recruit an experienced Systems Accountant for an immediate 3-month assignment.

This role will play a key part in supporting and optimising the organisation's Sage Intacct environment, working closely with finance and operational teams to improve reporting, streamline processes, and maximise system functionality.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the finance lead for Sage Intacct system support and optimisation.
• Review existing finance processes and identify opportunities for improvement and automation.
• Develop and enhance reporting capabilities within Sage Intacct.
• Support month-end, management reporting, and financial controls from a systems perspective.
• Assist with system configuration, testing, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Work with stakeholders across finance and the wider business to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Provide user training and support to maximise system utilisation.
• Deliver process documentation and best practice guidance.

About You

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or Qualified by Experience.
• Proven experience working as a Systems Accountant, Finance Systems Analyst, or Finance Transformation professional.
• Strong hands-on experience with Sage Intacct is essential.
• Excellent understanding of finance processes including month-end close, reporting, controls, and reconciliations.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and quickly add value within a short-term project environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders across all levels of the business.

What's on Offer?

• Immediate start opportunity.
• Edinburgh city centre location with flexible hybrid working.
• Exposure to a business-critical finance systems project.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact within a short timeframe.
• Potential for extension depending on project requirements.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Connor Norris at Robert Half, or apply today.

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