Planning and Reporting Accountant

Harvey Nash Group; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Planning and Reporting Accountant for a 3-month contract in Edinburgh. The successful candidate will be responsible for financial data consolidation and reconciliation, while engaging with both Finance and non-Finance staff to resolve issues. Qualifications include being a Qualified Accountant, strong Excel skills, and preferably experience in the public sector. The role involves hybrid working arrangements and starts in early 2026.

Benefits

Umbrella only

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with experience in financial management.
• Proficiency with standard Microsoft software packages.
• Public sector experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consolidation and reconciliation of financial data.
• Engaging with Finance and non-Finance staff for issue resolution.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Working with large volumes of data

Financial management advice

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified Accountant

Tools

Microsoft 365

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Harvey Nash is now recruiting for a Planning and Reporting Accountant, for an initial 3 month contract.

• Umbrella only
• Hybrid to Edinburgh
• Public Sector / Disclosure Scotland required
• Starting early 2026

The role will involve consolidation, reconciliation and reaching out to Finance and non-Finance staff to resolve/ confirm issues identified. Candidates must be strong in working with excel and can work with large volumes of data.

Criteria for the role

• Qualified Accountant
• In-depth knowledge of standard Microsoft software packages, (e.g. 365, Teams, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Public sector experience is preferred.
• Relevant experience within a complex organisation with demonstrable experience of delivering financial management advice and guidance to stakeholders at all levels.

Please submit your CV for review, shortlisted candidates will be contacted by telephone.