Finance Manager

Reed; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Glasgow is seeking a Finance Manager to prepare and review management accounts for a £50million entity. The position involves hands-on financial responsibilities with remote working flexibility. Ideal candidates will be fully qualified accountants, experienced in accounts preparation, and familiar with SME businesses. A competitive package, excellent pension, and career progression opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive package

Excellent pension

41 days holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Experience in a hands-on accounts preparation role required.
• SME background with turnover of £20million+ is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for accounts preparation for a £50million entity.
• Prepare and review management accounts, including P&L statements.
• Conduct variance analysis against budgets.

Skills

Account preparation

Financial analysis

Management accounts preparation

Education

Fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ICAS/ACCA)

Job description

Overview

Reed Finance is working exclusively with a client based in Glasgow City Centre to recruit a Finance Manager. Our client offers remote working with only a requirement to be in the office a few times per month. Our client also offers a fantastic pension scheme and holiday entitlement at 41 days per year.

Responsibilities

• The role is responsible for one of the entities within the group with a turnover of around £50million. This is a hands on position that is focused on accounts preparation. You will be involved heavily with the accounts prep for the entity and have one direct report. We are searching for candidates that have previously worked in a similar sized turnover business (SME background, £20million +) and that have worked in roles that have focused on accounts preparation.
• Prepare and review management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
• Conduct variance analysis to compare actual performance against budgets and forecasts
• Update and maintain financial models to reflect current financial data.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Prepare year-end closing entries and adjustments
• Coordinate with external auditors and provide necessary documentation
• Prepare comprehensive statutory financial statements
• Engage with wider group to source information

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ICAS/ACCA)
• SME background reporting to a group function ideal
• Previous experience in a hands on accounts preparation role

What we offer

Our client is offering a competitive package with excellent pension and holiday entitlement. Due to the size of the organisation, there will hopefully be opportunities to progress your career internally.

How to apply

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