Your new company Hays are proud to be partnering with a large and established private sector organisation based in West Lothian who require an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their team on an interim basis for 6 months. Your new role Some of the main job responsibilities include: - Analyse monthly fixed and variable costs, prepare reports, and provide recommendations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the financial ledger. - Lead month‑end activities, including accrual postings, account reconciliations. - Support the Finance Manager with finance projects and ad‑hoc work - Assist in preparing statutory financial statements and supporting year‑end audit processes. - Deputise for the Finance Manager during absences and provide cover for Process Control and payroll administration activities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk