Management Accountant – Edinburgh

About the role

Reed is seeking a detail‑oriented Management Accountant to join its small, fast‑paced finance team in Edinburgh on a six‑month fixed‑term contract. You will support day‑to‑day financial operations, ensuring accuracy and strong control across core processes.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, including accruals, pre‑payments and balance‑sheet reconciliations.
• Calculate deferred and accrued revenue accurately.
• Perform timely reconciliation of customer payments within the accounting system.
• Create and manage customer invoices using the company’s billing platform.
• Proactively manage credit control and support cash‑collection activities.
• Maintain the purchase ledger and process supplier invoices.
• Provide ad‑hoc support to the wider finance function as required.

Required profile

• Part‑qualified, fully qualified or qualified‑by‑experience accountant.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and manage workload.
• Highly organised with strong time‑management capabilities.
• Comfortable in a deadline‑driven environment.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary £35,000‑£40,000 per annum (pro‑rata, based on experience).
• 21–28 hours per week.
• Six‑month fixed‑term contract with potential for permanent placement.
• Opportunity to develop finance expertise within a dynamic, growing organisation.