Rutherford Cross is working with a large multi-national business in Glasgow to recruit for a Management Accountant to cover a maternity leave. The role is expected to last up to 15 months. This role is highly commercial and will offer broad exposure across a number of areas as well as giving the opportunity to challenge existing practices, offer solutions and play a key role in the finance function. The key focus of this role is for assigned Value stream operation plus operational function, fixed assets and balance sheet areas as well as assisting the Financial Controller in day to day operations and month-end reporting requirements. A summary of some of the other key duties are below:

• Monitoring progress on projects for assigned value stream and margin performance and VS P&L activity ( from Bookings / Sales to Contribution )

• Liaising with Value stream managers on financial issues such as costing, margin , collections and P/L responsibility

• Liaising with Operations Director to understand recoveries and operational performance

• Preparation of Monthly VAT returns

• Input of monthly accounts to online Group reporting system in accordance with Group reporting deadlines

• Awareness of internal controls and the compliance of Group SOX procedures

• Supporting Financial Controller with External Audit requests

• Involvement in relative Business Improvement initiatives

• Ensure adherence to health and safety standards in compliance with company policy to ensure safe working environment

For this role the company are seeking either a part qualified/fully qualified or qualified by experience accountant who has a sound knowledge of accounting rules and standards, with experience in cost accounting/provisions and capital expenses. Excel will be used regularly for reporting so a good working knowledge is essential as well as being able to analyse financial information and communicate effectively across the business. The role will be working from home but likely will move to a mixed model of home/office based. The company will consider candidates looking for a 4 day week and there is also a reduced working day on a Friday.