Accounting Specialist — 12-Month Maternity Cover (Global)

Renewable Energy Systems (RES); Glasgow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Renewable Energy Systems (RES) in Glasgow is seeking an Accounting Specialist on a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover to manage staff expenses, payroll postings, provisions, and general ledger activities within a multinational finance function.

The role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration with HR and operations, and process improvements across the UK&I region; a BA/Finance degree and 3–5 years' experience are expected.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in general accounting or a similar role
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Responsibilities

• Staff Expenses: Record, review, and control staff expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies and tax regulations, and posting them accurately into the accounting system
• Payroll Accounting: Post monthly payroll journals and related entries, including salaries, social security, pensions, and other payroll‑related costs, ensuring accurate allocation to cost centres
• Provisions and Accruals: Prepare and post monthly provisions and accruals (e.g. bonuses, holidays, other operating expenses) in line with accounting policies and reporting deadlines
• Bank Reconciliation: Perform regular bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and ensure that all bank transactions are accurately recorded and resolved on a timely basis
• Fixed Assets Control: Maintain and control the fixed assets register, including additions, disposals, transfers and depreciation, and ensure compliance with company and group policies
• General Ledger Review: Review the general ledger for the entity to ensure accuracy, completeness, and correct classification of transactions; prepare and support month‑end and year‑end closing activities
• Intercompany Transactions: Monitor and reconcile intercompany transactions, ensuring correct allocation, alignment with group policies, and timely resolution of differences with counterpart entities
• Audit Support: Provide support to internal and external auditors by preparing reconciliations, documentation, and explanations of balances and transactions
• Process Improvement: Identify and propose improvements to accounting processes and tools to increase efficiency, accuracy, and control
• Collaboration: Work closely with the wider finance team and other departments (e.g. HR, Operations) to support overall financial and business objectives across the UK&I region

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Renewable Energy Systems (RES) in Glasgow is seeking an Accounting Specialist on a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover to manage staff expenses, payroll postings, provisions, and general ledger activities within a multinational finance function.

The role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration with HR and operations, and process improvements across the UK&I region; a BA/Finance degree and 3–5 years' experience are expected.