£50K/yr to £55K/yr
Scotland, United Kingdom
Permanent, Variable

Group Financial Accountant

Posted by Michael Page Scotland.

The role involves preparing monthly and quarterly management accounts and related reports for a number of UK entities, leading the budgeting process, process improvement projects, audit processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing financial insights to support decision-making. The role will involve working with other departments, in multiple locations, including the sales, and operations.

Client Details

Our client is a market leading Global Manufacturer based in Troon, Ayrshire. Working with a high functioning team and reporting to the FC, with over 900 employees, a commitment to service, and ongoing investment in new technology are core to the business.

Description

The successful candidate will likely have the following responsibilities:

  • Prepare the monthly / quarterly management accounts to include P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash flow and variance analysis.
  • Ensure that appropriate financial controls are in place.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements.
  • Lead the budgeting and forecasting process.
  • Prepare financial projections and assist in the development of financial models.
  • Monitor and report on financial performance against budgets and forecasts.
  • Support the careful monitoring and management of working capital.
  • Provide support for the consideration and evaluation of capital investment opportunities.
  • Be part of the monitoring team that ensures capital expenditure proposals are reviewed and properly evaluated.
  • Carry out post spend analysis of approved and implemented capital investments.
  • Stay updated with changes in accounting standards and regulations.
  • Assist in the implementation of new accounting standards, policies and software.
  • Assist in import/export administration.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial reporting.
  • Be an active member in the design, implementation of a new group business accounting system.

Profile

The successful candidate will likely have the following profile:

  • The role would suit a recently qualified accountant with a minimum of 2 years PQE
  • A proactive, positive "can do" and "hands-on" attitude
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), as well as the ability to manage, lead and motivate people at all levels
  • Excellent planning and organising skills, ability to multi-task, plan and prioritise work schedule and work within agreed timescales
  • Resilience and be capable of working under pressure in a demanding environment
  • Excellent IT (business application) skills
  • Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving ability
  • Strong commercial awareness, business acumen
  • Teamwork and collaboration and the ability to build effective partnerships

Job Offer

This role offers a competitive salary between £50,000-£55,000 plus wider benefits.