Rutherford Cross is delighted to be working with a long-standing Glasgow-based client who is looking to add a newly created Management Accountant to their existing team. This role offers great benefits including study support, hybrid working and progression opportunities.

This role is best suited to a part-qualified accountant who is looking to complete their professional qualification, with experience in management accounts and has strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

Job Purpose:

Working within the Finance team, you will offer assistance to the Accounting and Central Reporting Lead in supporting our facilities management teams. This role as a Management Accountant involves preparing management accounts and financial reports, offering analysis and insights into operational cost variances.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Compile monthly management accounts for key business sectors
• Ensure completion of all month-end tasks as per the agreed schedule and meet relevant deadlines
• Collaborate with operational colleagues as a business partner
• Develop an understanding of key contracts
• Maintain control over balance sheet accounts
• Engage in weekly and monthly reporting, and enhance skills in Power BI
• Provide support for ad-hoc / project work as required by the Accounting and Central Reporting Lead

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a finance environment is necessary
• Ideally pursuing a professional accountancy qualification (support will be provided)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Strong IT skills (with knowledge of current systems like Sun 6, Sun Vision, DEPM)
• Experience in a high-volume transaction environment
• Ability to commit to multiple deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills
• A proactive approach to process improvement within the team, including exploring future opportunities with Microsoft D365

To find out more on remuneration and the role, please contact the Rutherford Cross advisor Ally Deas by emailing [email protected] for a confidential discussion.