Group Accountant

Search; Scotland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Group Accountant in Alexandria, Scotland. This role supports the business through an important period of change with an initial 3-month FTC, potentially extending or becoming permanent. Responsibilities include managing the balance sheet, producing management accounts, and supporting budget forecasts. Experience in finance or group accounting is required, and a relevant qualification is preferred. Competitive salary offered between £60,000 and £65,000.

Benefits

Free hot meal on site

Discounts on company amenities

Complimentary leisure/gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar finance or group accounting role is required.
• Relevant qualification is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Own the balance sheet and keep all reconciliations accurate and up to date.
• Manage intercompany accounts and resolve queries quickly.
• Produce monthly management accounts for all sites.
• Deliver clear month-on-month performance reporting.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow updates.
• Provide sharp, actionable P&L and variance analysis.
• Maintain strong financial controls and clean ledgers.
• Prepare audit files and assist with year-end processes.

Skills

Finance experience

Group accounting knowledge

Education

Relevant qualification preferred

Job description

Group Accountant

Alexandria

60,000 - 65,000

We're looking for a Group Accountant to support the business through an important period of change. This is an initial 3‑month FTC, with the potential to extend or become permanent depending on business needs (not guaranteed at this stage).

Hours

Monday - Friday, 09:00-17:30 (30‑minute lunch)

Benefits

• Free hot meal on site
• Discounts on company amenities
• Complimentary leisure/gym membership

Key Responsibilities

• Own the balance sheet and keep all reconciliations accurate and up to date
• Manage intercompany accounts and resolve queries quickly
• Produce monthly management accounts for all sites
• Deliver clear month‑on‑month performance reporting
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash‑flow updates
• Provide sharp, actionable P&L and variance analysis
• Maintain strong financial controls and clean ledgers
• Prepare audit files and assist with year‑end processes

Requirements

• Qualification preferred but not essential
• Experience in a similar finance or group accounting role

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