Financial Accountant — 12-Month FTC | Hybrid + Free Travel

Morgan Hunt UK Ltd; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A large national transport organisation is seeking a qualified Financial Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Glasgow. This position offers the chance to lead external audits and ensures statutory reporting accuracy, providing a collaborative team environment. The role includes strong Excel skills and an understanding of financial compliance. The position offers a salary of £52,000 plus benefits such as travel discounts and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Free and discounted national travel

Final salary pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Enhanced family leave

Lifestyle perks including retail discounts and gym memberships

Qualifications

• Background in audit or financial accounting, ideally with year-end experience.
• Understanding of IFRS, VAT, tax and payroll, or ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Lead the external audit - plan, coordinate and deliver.
• Provide technical accounting support across IFRS, tax, payroll and HMRC compliance.
• Improve financial controls and reporting processes.
• Adapt to ad-hoc work within a busy finance function.
• Contribute to a positive, supportive team culture.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Attention to detail

Adaptable and proactive

Confident communicator

Education

Qualified accountant (ICAS / ACCA / CIMA)

Job description

A large national transport organisation is seeking a qualified Financial Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Glasgow. This position offers the chance to lead external audits and ensures statutory reporting accuracy, providing a collaborative team environment. The role includes strong Excel skills and an understanding of financial compliance. The position offers a salary of £52,000 plus benefits such as travel discounts and a pension scheme.