Financial Accountant (12-month FTC)

Rutherford Cross; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is supporting a Glasgow based organisation in finding a Financial Accountant for a 12-month term. The ideal candidate will be fully qualified (ICAS, ACCA or CIMA) with expertise in statutory reporting. This role offers a salary of £52,000 p.a. along with generous benefits and a hybrid working model, ensuring flexibility. Interested candidates should reach out via email for more details.

Benefits

Generous pension

Holidays

Wider benefits

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Strong technical skills in statutory reporting and audit preparation.
• Experience in lease accounting (IFRS 16) and corporation tax analysis.
• Ability to contribute to financial controls and reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of statutory financial statements in line with relevant accounting standards.
• Reviewing journal entries and managing the general ledger.
• Supporting year-end processes and liaising with auditors.

Skills

Statutory reporting

Audit preparation

Advanced Excel

Technical accounting

Education

Fully qualified Accountant (ICAS, ACCA or CIMA)

Job description

Rutherford Cross is pleased to support an established Glasgow based organisation with the appointment of a Financial Accountant for a 12-month period.

Reporting to the Senior Financial Accountant, responsibilities will include:

• Preparation of statutory financial statements in line with relevant accounting standards
• Posting and reviewing journal entries, ensuring accuracy and control of the general ledger
• Supporting the coordination of the year-end process, including liaison with internal teams and external auditors
• Leading on technical accounting areas such as lease accounting (IFRS 16) and corporation tax analysis
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of financial controls, systems and reporting processes
• Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations and ensuring compliance with internal policies
• Supporting ad hoc financial projects and providing insight to senior stakeholders

The Ideal Candidate:

• Fully qualified Accountant (ICAS, ACCA or CIMA)
• Strong technical skills including experience in statutory reporting and audit preparation
• Advanced Excel skills
• Both interim and permanent applicants available within 3-months’ notice will be considered

On Offer:

• Salary: £52,000 p.a.
• Generous pension, holidays and wider benefits
• Hybrid working
• Glasgow City Centre offices

For more information on the role, please contact Christina McLean at Rutherford Cross:

[e-mail]

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.