Management Accountant

Serco; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A service organization is seeking a Management Accountant in Aberdeen. In this role, you will provide financial insight and guidance, manage financial reporting, and support robust business performance. The ideal candidate should be part qualified in accountancy with over 2 years of relevant finance experience. A strong understanding of accounts payable/receivable processes is preferred. Flexible working options and a supportive culture are offered.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Annual leave purchase scheme

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

Flexible working options

Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• 2+ years of finance experience in a commercial environment.
• Experience in high-volume accounts payable/receivable processes desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial reports and statements.
• Manage Accounts Receivable processes including invoicing and debt collection.
• Conduct cost variance analysis and investigations.

Skills

Financial reporting

Accounts Receivable

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Part qualified in Accountancy

Tools

SAP

Job description

Aberdeen
Full Time, 15-month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
Salary – Competitive Dependant On Experience

Here at Serco, we deliver essential services to governments and institutions that serve the public or protect vital national interests. Since 2012, Serco has proudly operated NorthLink Ferries, providing a lifeline ferry service between mainland Scotland and the Northern Isles of Orkney and Shetland.

We are currently looking for a Management Accountant to join our NorthLink Ferries Finance Team. In this key role, you will provide financial insight and guidance to support decision-making, maintain robust controls, and help drive sustainable business performance. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will also contribute to accurate financial reporting, compliance, and the delivery of transparent results across the contract.

As Part Of This You’ll

• Prepare monthly financial reports, commentaries, and statements
• Manage Accounts Receivable processes, including invoicing, payment allocations, debt collection, refunds, and credit notes
• Complete balance sheet and revenue reconciliations
• Assist with forecasting, projections, and budget holder engagement
• Conduct cost variance analysis and investigations
• Oversee the Purchase Ledger Controller and Site Purchasing Coordinators
• Manage petty cash and float reconciliations
• Support audit requirements and ensure compliance with financial legislation
• Provide ad hoc financial reporting and analysis as required

What You’ll Need To Do The Role

• Part qualified/working towards Chartered, or similar, Accountancy Qualification
• At least 2+ years’ finance experience, ideally in a busy commercial environment
• Experience in high-volume accounts payable/receivable processes (desirable)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail
• Strong analytical and numeracy skills
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel in particular); SAP experience is advantageous
• Ability to manage competing priorities, take initiative, and drive improvements
• A collaborative and proactive mindset with strong stakeholder management skills

Why Serco

Serco’s purpose is to impact a better future - we bring together the right people, the right technology, and the right partners to create innovative solutions that deliver positive impact and address some of the most urgent and complex challenges facing governments globally.

In this position, your work is vital to the business, in terms of decisions and growth. You will gain a world of opportunity working for a globally operating business delivering essential services across 5 vital sectors, personal growth, achievement, and development won’t be hard to find.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Annual leave purchase scheme.
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Flexible working options.
• Free onsite parking.
• Serco discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.
• A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plans, free flu jabs and more.
• A wealth of career development training to suit your future aspirations.
• A safe and supportive culture.
• A company passionate about diversity and inclusion.

Serco is a Disability Confident Employer committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.

We see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all.