Financial Accountant - 6-Month Fixed-Term (Hybrid)

Cruinn Consulting; Ayr; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cruinn Consulting is seeking a hands-on Financial Accountant for a 6‑month fixed-term contract in Ayrshire, Scotland, with hybrid or on-site options. You will own day-to-day financial controls, balance sheet integrity, and management reporting for multi-unit operations.

Ideally you are fully qualified (ICAS/ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or QBE, with strong ERP and advanced Excel skills, and solid UK GAAP knowledge. Availability to start immediately or on short notice is preferred.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified (ICAS, ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or qualified by experience (QBE) with demonstrable experience in a similar role.
• Experience in logistics, haulage, maritime, engineering, construction, or asset‑intensive operations is advantageous.
• Strong ERP software competency and advanced Microsoft Excel skills (vlookups, sumifs, pivot tables, financial modeling).
• Solid knowledge of UK GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Management Reporting: Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and operational cost breakdowns for fleet, plant, and port operations.
• Balance Sheet Control: Conduct robust month‑end balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and fixed asset accounting (heavy plant, machinery, and fleet assets).
• Cash Flow & Working Capital: Assist with rolling cash flow forecasting, treasury monitoring, and supplier payment cycles.
• Compliance & Statutory Requirements: Ensure compliance with statutory returns, VAT submissions, and PAYE/CIS where applicable.
• Process Improvement: Review and streamline accounting workflows, cost‑allocation methods, and operational reporting to support commercial decision‑making.
• Audit & Year-End Support: Prepare audit schedules and liaise with external stakeholders and auditors as required.

Skills

ERP software

Excel

Education

Fully qualified (ICAS, ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or QBE

Job description

Cruinn Consulting is seeking a hands-on Financial Accountant for a 6‑month fixed-term contract in Ayrshire, Scotland, with hybrid or on-site options. You will own day-to-day financial controls, balance sheet integrity, and management reporting for multi-unit operations.

Ideally you are fully qualified (ICAS/ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or QBE, with strong ERP and advanced Excel skills, and solid UK GAAP knowledge. Availability to start immediately or on short notice is preferred.