Rutherford Cross is working with a well-respected Public Sector Organisation to recruit a Financial Accountant based in Glasgow, with offices in the city centre. The successful post holder will be responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and co-ordination of the year-end audit for the subsidiary companies and assist the Financial Reporting Manager in delivering financial compliance across the organisation.

On offer is a salary of up to £44k (depending on experience) and an exceptional benefits package including 41 days annual leave and 23% employer contribution pension. Ideally, we are looking to speak with newly or recently qualified accountants (CA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) who have strong up to date knowledge of the technical accounting environment in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality financial accounting specialist support across the Group, with particular emphasis on the Group’s subsidiary entities
• Main point of contact for external audit matters relating to the subsidiary companies
• Responsible for the preparation of the annual financial statements for all the Group’s subsidiary entities
• Responsible for ensuring completion of the audit in accordance with the agreed timetable seeking support from the Financial Reporting Manager as required
• Act as the finance lead on all matters relating to the Group’s subsidiary entities
• Responsible for running the month-end journals to ensure all intercompany balances are recorded accurately in both the University and the Subsidiary company
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations in a timely manner for review by the Financial Reporting Manager
• Prepare month-end bank reconciliations
• Conduct and present detailed analysis and recommendations to support the Financial Reporting Manager in the maintenance of the fixed asset module
• Complete assigned month-end tasks to a high standard in accordance with the month-end timetable
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations as required for review by the Financial Reporting Manager
• Work with the Financial Reporting Manager to ensure that all updates to accounting standards and guidance are correctly and accurately reflected in the financial statements
• Other ad hoc projects as required

The Ideal Candidate:

• Fully Qualified Accountant (ICAS / ACCA / CIMA)
• Ability to demonstrate the competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired the necessary knowledge and skills in a similar or number of different roles
• Strong up to date knowledge of the technical accounting environment in the UK
• Thorough knowledge of best practice within the Financial Reporting area
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

On Offer:

• Competitive salary of up to £44k (dependent on experience)
• 35-hour working week
• 41 days annual leave
• Enhanced 23% employer pension
• Flexible / hybrid working model
• Other generous benefits and discount packages

For an initial confidential discussion regarding this opportunity please contact Gillian O’Neil at Rutherford Cross on 07432482882 / [email protected].